Marie Antoinette's

In the 17 th century writing letters was something men ought to do. The practice reinforced their rank and good breeding. The ability to e...

At Versailles the King and Queen would dine publicly. You may recall the awkward yet humorous dining moments from the 2006 movie, Marie Ant...

It was polite convention to plead inadequacy in talents, including spoken languages. Even if you excelled at it.

Joseph Hauzinger,  Archduke Maximilian Franz of Austria, son of Empress Maria Theresia of Austria and Holy Roman Emperor Franz I. Stepha...