Memoirs of Louis XIV and his Court and Regency - Volume 05 is a fascinating book written by Louis de Rouvrois, Duke of Saint-Simon, which chronicles the events of French society in the first half of the 18th century. In this book, the author describes in detail the regency that followed the death of Louis XIV, revealing the complex relationships between members of the royal court and influential people of the time. With the help of lively language and deep analysis of events, Louis de Rouvroy conveys to the reader not only historical facts, but also the atmosphere of that time, recreating the pictures of intrigues, sorrows and luxuries of the royal court of France. This book is an unparalleled source of knowledge about state affairs, cultural life and daily life French aristocratic environment of the 18th century."