Lucrezia Borgia, Duchess Of Ferrara V1: A Biography

By William Gilbert and William Gilbert

Book Overview

Lucrezia Borgia, Duchess of Ferrara V1: A Biography is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life of one of the most notorious figures in Italian history. Written by William Gilbert, this book explores the life of Lucrezia Borgia, the daughter of Pope Alexander VI and sister of Cesare Borgia.The book begins with an overview of Lucrezia's family and background, including her early life and education. It then delves into her marriages, first to Giovanni Sforza and later to Alfonso d'Este, Duke of Ferrara. The book also explores Lucrezia's role in the politics of Renaissance Italy, including her involvement in the Borgia family's efforts to consolidate power in the region.Throughout the book, Gilbert provides a nuanced and balanced portrayal of Lucrezia, challenging many of the myths and legends that have grown up around her over the centuries. He draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to paint a vivid picture of Lucrezia's life and times.Overall, Lucrezia Borgia, Duchess of Ferrara V1: A Biography is a fascinating and engaging read for anyone interested in Renaissance history, Italian politics, or the lives of powerful women 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: 1432644335
• ISBN13: 9781432644338
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"