The Life of Cesare Borgia the Life of Cesare Borgia

""The Life of Cesare Borgia"" by Rafael Sabatini is a biography of the infamous Italian Renaissance figure Cesare Borgia. The book details Borgia's life from his birth in 1475 to his death in 1507, and explores his rise to power as a military commander and politician in Italy. Sabatini delves into Borgia's controversial reputation as a ruthless and cunning leader, as well as his relationships with his father, Pope Alexander VI, and his sister, Lucrezia Borgia. The book also examines Borgia's impact on the Italian Renaissance and his legacy in history. Sabatini's vivid writing style and extensive research provide a compelling portrait of one of the most fascinating figures of the Renaissance era.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.