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Courts and courtiers

Madame De Pompadour

Evelyne Lever

A biography of Jeanne-Antoinette de Pompadour, mistress of Louis XV, discussing her early life, her rise through the ranks of French society, and her influence on the French king, as well as on the cu

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The Courtesan's Daughter

Priscilla Galloway

From humble beginnings, Phano rises to become one of ancient Athens' most powerful citizens through her marriage to Theo, but they both have powerful enemies who don't share their political views.

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Castles of the Middle Ages

Philippe Brochard

Text and illustrations trace the history of castles and their role in medieval life.

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