Publisher's Synopsis
""The Life of Cesare Borgia"" is a historical biography written by Rafael Sabatini. The book chronicles the life and times of Cesare Borgia, an Italian nobleman and military commander who lived during the Renaissance period. Cesare was the son of Pope Alexander VI and played a key role in the politics of Italy during the late 15th and early 16th centuries. The book explores Cesare's rise to power as a military commander, his political ambitions, and his eventual downfall. Sabatini provides a detailed account of Cesare's military campaigns, including his conquest of the Romagna region and his involvement in the Italian Wars. The book also delves into Cesare's personal life, including his relationships with his family members and mistresses.Sabatini's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book an enjoyable read for history buffs and casual readers alike. He provides a balanced perspective on Cesare's life, highlighting both his accomplishments and his flaws. Overall, ""The Life of Cesare Borgia"" is a fascinating exploration of one of the most intriguing figures of the Renaissance period.And in that you have most probably the origin of the famous secret poison of the Borgias. Having been invented to fit the alleged poisoning of Prince Djem, which it was desired to fasten upon the Pope by hook or by crook, it was found altogether too valuable an invention not to be used again. By means of it, it became possible to lay almost any death in the world at the door of Alexander.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.
