Explores the sociogenesis and development of the French royal mistress, examining the careers of nine of the most significant holders of that title between 1444 and the final years of the ancien regime.
Exploring the concept of collective memory as a form of currency, this book examines how historical events are treated as commodities within and between nations. Through contemporary case studies and multidisciplinary research, it highlights the ways in which the past is utilized and perceived in a market-like system, emphasizing its role in fulfilling societal demands and desires. The analysis suggests that collective memory operates as a universally traded item, influencing present-day interactions and cultural exchanges.