The Exploress

Magic, Poison, and Sex in the French Court of King Louis XIV

Oct 18, 2022
Guest
Elizabeton Norton
Elizabeton Norton discusses sorcery, murder, and scandal in the French court of Louis XIV. Topics include a high-born lady accused of poisoning, scandalous mistresses navigating power, intrigues at Versailles, and the rise of La Voisin from midwife to witchcraft.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Poisoning of a High-Born Lady in Paris
02:03 • 3min
3
Scandal, Power, and Opulence in the Court of Louis XIV
05:13 • 5min
4
Intrigues at Versailles Court
10:28 • 7min
5
The Rise of La Voisin: From Midwife to Witchcraft
16:59 • 14min