- Original release
- Previous episode S10E10 - Wallis, la sulfureuse duchesse de Windsor
- Number S10E11
- Country France
- Original language French
- Genres Documentary, History
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La Comtesse Du Barry, coup de foudre à Versailles
Dans ce nouveau numéro inédit de « Secrets d’Histoire », Stéphane Bern nous entraîne à la rencontre de la célèbre Madame du Barry, l’un des destins les plus extraordinaires du XVIIIe siècle : fille naturelle d’une couturière et d’un moine paillard, elle n’a que 25 ans lorsqu’elle atterrit dans le lit du roi Louis XV… Digne des « Liaisons dangereuses », cette aventure galante échafaudée par son amant et proxénète Jean Dubarry, ne devait être qu’une passade… Mais contre toute attente, la jeune fille ravissante, experte aux jeux de l’amour, redonne le goût de la vie à ce monarque dépressif de soixante ans qui éprouve pour elle un véritable coup de foudre…
Avec : Jacques de Saint Victor (Historien), Évelyne Lever (Historienne), Jean-Christian Petitfils (Historien), Michel de Decker (Historien), Jacques Garcia (Décorateur), Michel Delon (Historien), Eve Ruggieri (Ecrivaine)…
If you think history is boring, think again! The innovative French series "L'histoire racontée par des chaussettes" (The History Told by Socks) turns conventional storytelling on its head by using a pair of socks as narrators. With six seasons and 42 episodes, this delightful show offers viewers an entertaining way to explore key moments in world history while delivering humor and charm that can only be described as uniquely French. Whether you’re a student eager to learn or just someone who loves a good laugh, this series promises to captivate and educate.
Season 1 kicks off with its first episode titled "L'invention des toilettes… en tout cas d’après des chaussettes," which humorously explores the invention of toilets from the point of view of our quirky sock protagonists. This clever narrative style not only brings a fresh perspective on historical events but also makes complex topics more relatable and enjoyable for audiences of all ages. Following up in Episode 2, we meet Louis XVI, recounted once again through our sock narrators’ witty commentary. As they delve into his life and reign, viewers find themselves laughing while learning about significant figures who shaped our world.
What sets "L'histoire racontée par des chaussettes" apart from other historical documentaries is its unique approach to storytelling. In an age where information overload can often feel overwhelming, this series provides concise yet engaging narratives that are easy to digest. Much like shows such as "Studio Bagel" or "Il était une fois... l'homme," which blend humor with education, this series successfully captures attention without compromising on content quality.
