King Louis XIV of France is probably the most famous monarch in history. With the nickname "the Sun King", the building of Versailles, and his reputation for being absolute in his personal power. The British author and historian Philip Mansel tells us all that is to know about Louis XIV, based on his biography of the monarch "The King of the World: The Life of Louis XIV". What do you think is the most common misconception about the Sun King? Listen to this episode and find out!
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King Louis XIV of France is probably the most famous monarch in history. With the nickname "the Sun King", the building of Versailles, and his reputation for being absolute in his personal power. The British author and historian Philip Mansel tells us all that is to know about Louis XIV, based on his biography of the monarch "The King of the World: The Life of Louis XIV". What do you think is the most common misconception about the Sun King? Listen to this episode and find out!
The Subjects 15: Church, Queen Sonja and death of a pope
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The Subjects 15: Church, Queen Sonja and death of a pope
Due to unforeseen events, there has not been an episode of the Subjects for a few weeks, but that is about to change!
British tabloids are discussing why the Prince and Princess of Wales attended a different church service than the rest of the Royal Family, Queen Sonja of Norway was hospitalized earlier this week due to some respiratory issues, and Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday. Who will inhabit St. Peter's chair in a few weeks time?
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King Louis XIV of France is probably the most famous monarch in history. With the nickname "the Sun King", the building of Versailles, and his reputation for being absolute in his personal power. The British author and historian Philip Mansel tells us all that is to know about Louis XIV, based on his biography of the monarch "The King of the World: The Life of Louis XIV". What do you think is the most common misconception about the Sun King? Listen to this episode and find out!
