Everyone knows Versailles: this palace that was the home of Kings such as Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI and which has become the symbol of the height of royalty because of its grandeur and that of its occupants. Few however know its secrets and hidden treasures. From Louis XIII's hunting pavili[...]
The books in this wonderfully diverse series cover topics such as archaeology, art, culture, history, literature, science, and religion in a dynamic and informative way. The texts are bolstered by rigorous historical information and accompanied by vibrant photographs and boxes that summarize key poi[...]
The theme of the erotic is ever present in the work of Auguste Rodin, both in his sculptures and in his many drawings. Taking a chronological path through Rodins life, this book offers an intimate approach to the many faces of sex and sensuality in his body of work and in the society within which hi[...]