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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is the extraordinary autobiography of Ercole Fantuzzi, an Italian cavalier who was imprisoned in 1580 on suspicion of involvement in a conspiracy against the papal legate of Bologna. Though he was eventually exonerated, Fantuzzi's ordeal exposes the brutality of the justice system during the Counter-Reformation. Fantuzzi's account of his interrogation and torture offers a unique glimpse into the methods used by the authorities to extract confessions and implicate individuals who were perceived as political or religious threats. The book also illuminates the dynamics and factions within the papal court and the political machinations that played out behind the scenes. The author's vivid and detailed descriptions of his experiences, from the dank prison cells to the instruments of torture and the callous indifference of his tormentors, provide a harrowing and deeply moving narrative. Fantuzzi's unwavering resilience and determination to maintain his innocence in the face of adversity make him an inspiring figure, and his story is a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit. 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 9780282810641_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282810641
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282810641
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