Who Was Marie Antoinette?
From the palaces of Austria to the mirrored halls of Versailles, Marie Antoinette led a charmed life. Born into royalty in 1755, she married the future king of France at age 15. By 21, she ascended to the throne, enjoying a lavish lifestyle of masquerade balls, sky-high wigs, and extravagant food. However, her taste for excess ruffled feathers, inciting the French Revolution. In 1793, she quite literally lost her head. Marie Antoinette's impact on history and popular culture remains debatable but undeniable.
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From the palaces of Austria to the mirrored halls of Versailles Marie Antoinette led an extraordinary life. She was born into royalty in 1755 and married the future king of France at the young age of 15. At just 21, she became the queen and embraced a luxurious lifestyle filled with extravagant parties, towering hairstyles, and indulgent feasts. However, her excessive habits and spending caused resentment among the French people, who blamed her for their poverty. In fact, her extravagant ways contributed to the eruption of the French Revolution. Eventually, in 1793, she faced the ultimate consequence for her actions and was executed. The question of whether she was truly to blame or not remains a subject of debate. Nevertheless, Marie Antoinette's story continues to be a significant part of history and popular culture.
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Grade: Grade 3-Grade 7
Brand: Grosset & Dunlap
Publisher Date: 10/06/2015
Author: Dana Meachen Rau, John O'Brien & Nancy Harrison
Dimensions: 7.63 x 5.31
UPC: 9780448483108
Ages: 8-12
Pages: 112
