In "Das Leben der galanten Damen" vermittelt de Bourdeille ein lebendiges Bild der französischen adligen Gesellschaft seiner Zeit. Humorvolle und erotische Geschichten auch für zwischendurch.

A collection of anecdotes about the amorous lives of the sixteenth-century French nobility, by an author writing frankly about the licentious world of the age he knew so well. Although the content is often of the most scandalous nature they give a wonderfully vivid picture of the author's times, are of high literary merit and of great historical interest.

D'autant que ce sont les dames qui ont fait la fondation du cocuage, et que ce sont elles qui font les hommes cocus, j'ay voulu mettre ce discours parmi ce livre des Dames, encore que je parleray autant des hommes que des femmes. Je sçay bien que j'entreprends une grande œuvre, et que je n'aurois jamais fait si j'en voulois monstrer la fin, car tout le papier de la chambre des comptes de Paris n'en sçauroit comprendre par escrit la moitié de leurs histoires, tant des femmes que des hommes;...

"Memoirs and Historical Chronicles of the Courts of Europe" by Pierre de Bourdeille, known as Brantôme, offers a captivating glimpse into the lives of the French nobility during the Renaissance. Brantôme, a soldier and courtier himself, provides firsthand accounts of the intrigues, romances, and scandals that defined the courts of Europe. His vivid storytelling and keen observations bring to life the personalities of influential figures, revealing their ambitions and desires. The work serv...

1574 ernannte König Heinrich III. von Frankreich Pierre de Bourdeille zu seinem Kammerherrn, und in der Folge lebte er am französischen Königshof, wo er auch den Stoff für sein Werk "Das Leben der galanten Damen" fand. Nach dem Tod der Katharina von Medici 1589 zog er sich vom Hof zurück und schrieb seine berühmten "Mémoires", die erst lange nach seinem Tod erschienen. In "Das Leben der galanten Damen" vermittelt de Bourdeille ein lebendiges Bild der französischen adligen Gesellschaft sein...

Dans "Vies des dames galantes", Pierre de Bourdeille Brantôme nous plonge dans un tableau fascinant de la société française du XVIe siècle, en particulier la vie des femmes de la noblesse et des courtisanes. L'ouvrage, rédigé dans un style à la fois érudite et accessible, mélange anecdotes historiques, portraits psychologiques et réflexions sur les mœurs de son époque. Brantôme utilise un ton léger et parfois humoristique pour explorer les vertus et les vices des dames qu'il décrit, tout e...

Lives of Fair and Gallant Ladies is a two-volume work by French historian and biographer Pierre de Bourdeille dealing with women and their position in the culture and society in medieval France. Bourdeille writes in a quaint conversational way, pouring forth his thoughts, observations or facts with the greatest frankness. His works give a picture of the general court-life of the time, with its unblushing and undisguised profligacy. There is not an homme illustre or a dame galante in all hi...

Pierre de Bourdeille Brantôme's two-volume work, "Lives of Fair and Gallant Ladies," offers a fascinating exploration of female figures in the French Renaissance, deftly combining biographical sketches with engaging narrative prose. Bursting with intrigue, romance, and scandal, Brantôme's writing style masterfully weaves anecdotes and historical context, rendering them both lively and informative. Through his unique lens, he examines the societal roles of women, their romantic entanglement...

Pierre de Bourdeille Brant√¥me'Äôs "Lives of Fair and Gallant Ladies" (Vol. 1&2) presents a riveting tapestry of Renaissance women's lives, embellished with rich anecdotes and penetrating insights. The work is marked by Brant√¥me's distinctive baroque prose, blending biography with an almost voyeuristic lens, illuminating the complex interplay of gender, power, and reputation in French society. With a keen eye for detail, he contrasts the virtuous and the licentious, providing a multifacet...

Pierre de Bourdeille, seigneur de Brantôme, est un auteur mal connu et méconnu. Le second volume de son recueil des Dames (dites galantes par son premier éditeur, non par lui) a connu un succès durable et gagné une réputation de gaillardise: certains y voient aujourd'hui le rapport Kinsey du XVIe siècle. Que Brantôme ait été abbé (mais abbé " commendataire ", c'est-à-dire bénéficiaire, sans appartenir à l'Eglise) apporte un piment supplémentaire à ce titre déjà suggestif....

The narrative delves into the romantic escapades, political intrigues, and social influences of prominent women, offering a vivid portrait of the era's courtly life. Brantôme’s writing reflects his fascination with the beauty, wit, and intelligence of these women, while also revealing his perspectives on gender and morality. His anecdotes often blur the lines between admiration and scandal, providing a nuanced view of Renaissance attitudes.This work is both a celebration of feminine allure...

The book is a blend of biographical sketches, personal observations, and historical anecdotes. Brantôme's writing is notable for its vivid and lively style, and he frequently praises the intelligence, beauty, and virtues of the women he describes. However, the work also reveals the author’s occasional indulgence in gossip and scandal, offering a glimpse into the intrigues of royal courts and the complex lives of women navigating power, influence, and love during the Renaissance.Brantôme’s ...