Lucretia Borgia: A Dramatic Biography (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436696296)

Lucretia Borgia: A Dramatic Biography is a book written by Alfred Schirokauer that tells the story of one of the most notorious figures in Italian history, Lucretia Borgia. The book is a biography, but it is also a dramatic retelling of her life, filled with intrigue, scandal, and murder. Lucretia Borgia was the daughter of Pope Alexander VI, and she was known for her beauty, intelligence, and cunning. She was also rumored to be involved in a number of scandals and murders, including the poisoning of her own husband. Schirokauer's book explores Lucretia's life in detail, from her early years in Rome to her marriage to the Duke of Ferrara and her eventual downfall. The book paints a vivid picture of the Renaissance period, with all its political maneuvering, artistic achievements, and moral corruption. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, drama, or the life of one of Italy's most infamous women.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Alfred Schirokauer
ISBN-10: 1436696291
ISBN-13: 9781436696296
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 404
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.68lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d