Memoirs of the Comtesse Du Barry With Minute Details of Her Entire Career as Favorite of Louis XV

"Memoirs of the Comtesse Du Barry" by Baron Etienne Léon Lamothe-Langon is a story about Jeanne Vaubernier, who transforms into the Comtesse Du Barry and becomes King Louis XV's most beloved mistress, highlighting her journey from an ordinary life to the center of the French royal court, filled with secrets and drama. The story begins with a crucial meeting between the Comtesse and the King, arranged by Lebel, a royal servant, detailing the Comtesse's careful planning to impress the King and secure her position as his favorite. Through lively conversations and playful moments, her intelligence and resolve become clear as she skillfully navigates the complicated royal environment. Viewers can witness her initial hesitation turn into self-assurance as the King falls under her spell, marking the beginning of her impressive but rocky time in the royal court.