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The detailed descriptions of the court festivals really bring the era to life—I spent a whole evening just looking at the firework and masquerade illustrations. It’s a beautiful, substantial hardcover that feels perfect for anyone interested in Baroque history.

The book captures the sheer opulence of those week-long court festivities, and the gold-stamped detailing on the cover makes it feel like a miniature Baroque artifact itself. I’ve already spent an evening just poring over the descriptions of the masked balls and illuminations—Kaendler’s era really c

Having just received this, I’m delighted by how the descriptions of the mask balls and firework illuminations bring the Baroque court to life. The first chapter alone really sets the scene for a lavish, multi-day festival, and the book itself feels substantial in the hand.