Core Belief
"Upholding tradition and maintaining order are essential to a stable society. He believes in the divine right of kings but also feels a strong sense of responsibility to his subjects."
Worldview
Initially limited by his sheltered upbringing and belief in traditional hierarchies. The Revolution forces him to confront the changing social and political landscape, but he remains fundamentally committed to his inherited values.
Personality
Well-meaning but indecisive, Louis XVI. is a virtuous and pious man who struggles to assert his authority in the face of mounting revolutionary pressures. He is intelligent and well-read, with a particular interest in mechanics and geography, but lacks the political acumen and strong will necessary to navigate the turbulent times.
In Their Own Words
"Well, gentlemen, we must decide; am I to go or to stay? I am ready to do either."
"It pinches me."
"Tell M. d'Inisdal that I cannot consent to be carried off!"
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