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Political satire on ministry and public opinion in Paris letters
The writer denounces factional manipulation, libels, and strategic claims by the ministry and its critics. He argues the public is misled by pomp and plots, noting repeated failed prophecies, and suggests the rulers maintain power through artifice while the nation remains skeptical. Paris letters report Montemar's Italian campaign, naval movements, and court promotions and marriages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leghorn
Duke de Montemar
Florence
Tuscany
Cadiz
Seville
Naples
Italy
Ramboulliet
Versailles
Duke of Orleans
Marquis de Baleroy
Life Guards
Duke of
Dubuiflon
Homelane
St. Paul
St. Cloud
Chevalier d'Hautonne
Gefvres Horse
Macam de Bonigal
M. de Surbeck
Rondet
M. de Selles
Gauthier du Bois de
Besigny
M. Audbry
Pequot de St. Maurice