The relativity stability of the church during the ‘Ancien Régime’ meant that the fall of absolute monarchy can largely be ascribed to problems in its other foundations .The breakdown between the aristocrats and the monarchy occurred over time, and for various reasons. One of these reasons is the highly self-destructive court culture. It was a culture that prided itself on the appearance of magnificence, and indulgence in its vices. La Princesse de Clèves gives us a rare look into court culture from the eyes of an outsider adapting to it. The fixation of courtiers on love entanglements, and the lengths they go to get what they want immediately stands out from the book. In addition, there is a certain dishonesty, and lack of loyalty at court;
