Memoirs of the Courts of Louis XV and XVI. — Volume 6 Being secret memoirs of Madame Du Hausset, lady's maid to Madame de Pompadour, and of the Princess Lamballe

"Memoirs of the Courts of Louis XV and XVI — Volume 6" by Mme. Du Hausset recounts a period of intense upheaval as it happened. This volume vividly portrays the French Revolution through the eyes of those within the royal circle, spotlighting individuals such as Marie Antoinette and Madame de Pompadour amidst growing political chaos. The narrative opens with the uproar following the dismissal of a popular minister, sparking public riots and unrest. A gripping account unfolds of the storming of the Bastille and the resulting pandemonium at Versailles, revealing the Queen's anguish as she seeks harmony between the monarchy and the people. The memoir exposes the mounting anxieties and trepidation experienced by the royal family as they navigate a treacherous political environment, highlighting their fragile existence and intricate relationships with friends and foes. The depiction of Marie Antoinette's emotional distress and her fierce determination to safeguard her family creates a captivating glimpse into the dramatic events to come.