The Symbolism of Absolutism: Louis XIV and the Palace of Versailles
Words: 931 Pages: 3 5111Introduction Absolutism, a political doctrine and practice of unlimited centralized authority, has been a significant theme throughout history, particularly during the reign of Louis XIV of France. Known as the Sun King, Louis XIV personified Absolutism, exerting complete control over the state and its subjects. This essay explores how Louis XIV's transformation of a modest hunting lodge into the grand Palace of Versailles epitomized the principles of Absolutism and served as a tool of power and propaganda. The Palace not […]