Souvenirs de Madame Louise-Élisabeth Vigée-Lebrun, Tome troisième by Vigée-Lebrun
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Vigée-Lebrun, Louise-Elisabeth, 1755-1842
French
"Souvenirs de Madame Louise-Élisabeth Vigée-Lebrun, Tome troisième" by Vigée-Lebrun is a historical memoir written in the early 19th century. The work provides a first-hand account of the author's experiences as an artist in Russia, particularly under the reign of Emperor Paul I, illustrating the complex social and political landscape of the time. ...
and members of the Russian nobility, painting a vivid picture of her life as a female painter during a tumultuous period. At the start of the memoir, the author reflects on the character of Emperor Paul I, describing his erratic behavior and the atmosphere of fear that permeated society under his rule. She recounts an incident at a court ball where a simple misunderstanding leads to the harsh punishment of an innocent man, encapsulating the oppressive nature of Paul's governance. The opening portion also details Vigée-Lebrun's artistic career, her connections within the imperial court, and the challenges she faced as she navigated both her personal and professional life while observing the peculiarities of Russian nobility and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Margaret Campbell
2 months agoFrom the very first page, the balance between theory and practice is exceptionally well done. I would gladly recommend this to otherrs.
Charles Campbell
4 months agoThis stood out immediately because the tone remains consistent and professional throughout. An unexpectedly enjoyable experience.
Susan White
4 months agoI decided to give this a chance and the progression of ideas feels natural and coherent. I have no regrets downloading this.
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Thomas Smith
3 months agoAt first I wasn’t convinced, but the structure supports both quick reading and deep study. This sets a high standard for similar books.