Rerun: Diane de Poitiers for Mistress Week
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The Intriguing Life of Diane de Poitiers
Exploring the fascinating life of Diane de Poitiers, a young noblewoman married off to a much older man, Easy Breezy, and her experiences as a mother, lady-in-waiting, and courtier during periods of political turmoil and war. The chapter delves into Diane's relationships, her father's treason conviction, the capture of a king, and her influence on a young boy amidst loss and betrayal. It also explores Diane's mourning rituals, fashion choices, and the complex dynamics at the royal court, including rumors, religious tensions, and competition with another woman named Ann.
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