Marie Antoinette's World: Intrigue, Infidelity, and Adultery in Versailles
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Marie Antoinette's World: Intrigue, Infidelity, and Adultery in Versailles
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| ISBN-13: | 9781538138243 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc. |
| Publication date: | 07/30/2020 |
| Pages: | 320 |
| Sales rank: | 1,075,363 |
| Product dimensions: | 9.10(w) x 6.20(h) x 1.00(d) |
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