"Marie Antoinette" by Hilaire Belloc is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life of Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France, during a tumultuous period marked by the approaching French Revolution. It delves into her upbringing, the impact of political machinations on her life, and the influences that ultimately led to her tragic fate as queen. The opening of the work sets the stage for understanding the complex world in which Marie Antoinette lived,