Borgia: A Tragedy (1842)

By Henry T. Worley

Book Overview

Borgia: A Tragedy is a play written by Henry T. Worley and first published in 1842. The play is based on the infamous Borgia family, who were known for their corruption and scandalous behavior during the Renaissance period in Italy. The story revolves around the life of Cesare Borgia, the son of Pope Alexander VI, who is depicted as a ruthless and ambitious man, willing to do anything to gain power and control. The play explores themes of greed, betrayal, and the corrupting influence of power. It also delves into the complex relationships between the members of the Borgia family, including Cesare's relationship with his sister Lucrezia and his father the Pope. Borgia: A Tragedy is a gripping and intense drama that offers a fascinating glimpse into one of the most notorious families in history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104626047
• ISBN13: 9781104626044
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"