An Adventure

C. A. E. Moberly, Eleanor F. Jourdain

Summary

Renowned 20th-century authors Moberly and Jourdain describe a visit they made to the Petit Trianon, a small château on the grounds of the Palace of Versailles. At the chateau, they see the chilling sight of the gardens as they had been in the late eighteenth century. Moberly and Jourdain cross paths with several terrifying ghosts of famous figures including Marie Antoinette.

Available since: 12/09/2023.

Print length: 80 pages.

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