Memoirs of the Duchesse De Dino (Afterwards Duchesse de Talleyrand et de Sagan), 1841-1850

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Rochecotte, January 1, 1841--M. Molé--European Politics--The Fortifications--Politics in Paris--Forged Letters--French Politics--Correspondence--M. Lacordaire--Lady Holland--A Court Ball--Sir Francis Baring--Mlle. de Lespinasse--Future Plans--Lady Palmerston--Hypnotism--Diplomatic Changes--M. Royer-Collard--Talleyrand's Letters--Baptism of the Prince--Mannh...