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The Real Versailles

Lucy Worsley and Helen Castor are on BBC Two to talk about the real-life stories behind one of the world's most impressive buildings. They show the world of sex, drama, and intrigue that Louis XIV and his friends lived in. When Lucy and Helen look through the archives, they find out about Louis's complicated world of court etiquette and fashion, as well as the Machiavellian world of court politics that Louis built. Find out what made Louis want to celebrate his reign on a level that no other monarch had done before. Find out about the tension between Louis and his brother, Philippe, who was a war hero and openly gay. They also meet the women who competed for Louis's attention. See how Louis was ruthless in his quest for glory and how he beat his enemies. His 72-year reign made France known for its culture and sophistication.

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