法國國王路易十四一生所締建之績業，終波旁王朝之世無出其右者，然史家皆以為路易十四才智平庸，惟幸得青史留名者，實乃前朝首相利希留與路易十四之教父兼首相馬札漢二者，賡續為政所奠定之基石也。此二位要臣之政策施為，行事要略與傳承，是為本文探索之重心。

King Louis XIV solidified the absolutist regime in France and brought the monarchical power of the Bourbon Dynasty to its peak. In consideration of Louis’ mediocre ability, nevertheless, most historians owe its achievements to the assistance of two individuals—Richelieu, premier of the previous dynasty, and Mazarin, premier and godfather of Louis’ XIV. This research focuses on the administration, achievements, and legacies of Richelieu and Mazarin.