The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. Excerpt from The Devil''s Charter: A Tragedie; Containing the Life of Pope Alexander the First (Classic Reprint)
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work''s historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the tumultuous world of Renaissance Italy, weaving a narrative tapestry of ambition, political intrigue, and the ever-present shadow of mortality. Through a cast of characters including powerful figures like Pope Alexander VI and Cesare Borgia, the author explores the complexities of power dynamics and the moral compromises made in the pursuit of it. Set against a backdrop of shifting alliances and ruthless conquests, the story examines the human cost of ambition and the precarious nature of life at the pinnacle of power. Themes of family loyalty, religious hypocrisy, and the corrupting influence of power are woven throughout the narrative, prompting reflection on the enduring struggle between morality and ambition. Ultimately, this book offers a glimpse into the dark underbelly of a pivotal period in history, revealing the timeless and often tragic consequences of unchecked desire for power. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780259356332_0
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259356332
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259356332
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)