The serial chronicles the adventures of D'Artagnan—a young swordsman intent on joining the king's musketeers. Young D'Artagnan becomes embroiled in court intrigues, international politics, and ill-fated affairs between royal lovers. The book at hand is the second volume of the third serial. Louis XIV is well past the age where he should rule, but the ailing Cardinal Mazarin refuses to relinquish the reins of power. Meanwhile, Charles II, a king without a country, travels Europe seeking aid from his fellow monarchs. Athos still resides at La Fère while his son, Raoul de Bragelonne, has entered into the service in the household of M. le Prince. As for Raoul, he has his eyes on an entirely different object than his father—his childhood companion, Louise de la Valliere, with whom he is hopelessly in love. Porthos, now a baron, is off on some mysterious mission along with Aramis, who is now the Bishop of Vannes. (Volume I of II.)

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In March 1844 the French magazine Le Siecle, printed the first installment of a story by Alexandre Dumas. It was based, Dumas claimed, on some manuscripts he had found a year earlier in the Bibliotheque Nationale while researching a history he planned to write on Louis XIV. The serial chronicled the adventures of D'Artagnan—a young swordsman intent on joining the king's musketeers. Young D'Artagnan becomes embroiled in court intrigues, international politics, and ill-fated affairs between royal lovers. The book at hand is the second volume of the third serial. Louis XIV is well past the age where he should rule, but the ailing Cardinal Mazarin refuses to relinquish the reins of power. Meanwhile, Charles II, a king without a country, travels Europe seeking aid from his fellow monarchs. Athos still resides at La Fère while his son, Raoul de Bragelonne, has entered into the service in the household of M. le Prince. As for Raoul, he has his eyes on an entirely different object than his father—his childhood companion, Louise de la Valliere, with whom he is hopelessly in love. Porthos, now a baron, is off on some mysterious mission along with Aramis, who is now the Bishop of Vannes. (Volume II of II.)

This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1899. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... THE VICOMTE DE BRAGELONNE. CHAPTER L SHOWING WHAT NEITHER THE NAIAD NOR THE DRYAD HAD ANTICIPATED. De Saint-aignan stopped at the foot of the staircase which led to the entresol, where the maids of honor resided, and to the first floor, where Madaiue's apartments were situated. Then, by a valet who was passing, he sent to summon Malicorne, who was still with Monsieur. After having waited ten minutes, Malicorne arrived, looking very suspicious and important. The king drew back towards the darkest part of the vestibule. De Saint-Aignan, on the contrary, advanced to meet Malicorne; but at the first words indicating his wish that person drew back abruptly. "Oh !" he said, "you want me to introduce you into the rooms of the maids of honor 1" "Yes." "You know very well that I cannot do anything of the kind, without being made acquainted with your object." "Unfortunately, my dear M. Malicorne, it is quite impossible for me to give you any explanation; you must therefore confide in me as in a friend who got you out of a great difficulty yesterday, and who now begs you to extricate him from one to-day." Vol. m— 1 "Yet I told you, Monsieur, what I wanted, — that I did not wish to sleep in the open air, — and any honest man might express the same wish; while you, on the contrary, admit nothing." "Believe me, my dear M. Malicorne," De Saint Aignan persisted, " that if I were permitted to explain myself, I would do so." "In that case, my dear Monsieur, it is impossible for me to allow you to enter Mademoiselle de Montalais' apartment." "Why so?" "You know why better than any one else, since yon caught me on the wall paying my addresses to Mademoiselle de Montalais; it would therefore be an excess of kindness on my part, you will admit, w...

The Musketeers return in a tale of passion, loyalty, and courtly intrigue. Louise de la Vallière, by Alexandre Dumas, continues the legendary saga that began with The Three Musketeers and Twenty Years After. Set in the glittering court of Louis XIV, the novel weaves together romance, betrayal, and political ambition. At its heart lies the story of Louise de la Vallière, the gentle and noble young woman who becomes the king's mistress, torn between her devotion and the corruption of power. Meanwhile, D'Artagnan and his fellow Musketeers are drawn once again into conspiracies, duels, and secrets that will shape the destiny of France. Blending history with adventure, Dumas offers a narrative full of drama, swordplay, and vivid characters. This installment captures both the grandeur of the Sun King's court and the timeless struggles of honor, love, and sacrifice. Hailed as part of one of the greatest literary sagas ever written, Louise de la Vallière is essential reading for fans of classic adventure and French historical fiction. 👉 Click "Buy Now" and continue the unforgettable journey of D'Artagnan and the Musketeers.