Louis XV: Media, Monarchy, and Public Discontent

This chapter examines the decline of King Louis XV's authority as his personal choices and disconnect from the populace fuel revolutionary sentiments in France. It explores the role of emerging media in shaping public opinion, highlighting the relationship between the monarchy and the masses during turbulent political times. Through cultural critiques and historical parallels, the chapter reveals how art and satire became powerful tools for dissent and helped usher in significant political change.