
Transcriber’s Note:
Preface
List of Illustrations
CHRONICLES OF THE HOUSE OF BORGIA
Book the First
Book the Second
Book the Third
Book the Fourth
APPENDICES
In the swirl of Renaissance Italy, a modest family from the diocese of Valencia begins its meteoric ascent. The opening pages trace how the Borgias, driven by shrewd ambition and fierce devotion, climb from obscure bishoprics to the very throne of Saint Peter. Their story is set against a backdrop of shifting empires, artistic rebirth, and a continent on the brink of religious upheaval.
Through vivid portraits of early protagonists—an astute cardinal, a charismatic pope, and a saintly Jesuit—readers glimpse the delicate dance of power, faith, and intrigue. The narrative follows whispered conspiracies in papal chambers, daring diplomatic maneuvers, and the fierce rivalry that fuels both creation and destruction. All the while, the Borgias leave an indelible mark on art, printing, and the very map of Europe.
A chronicle written with the candor of a seasoned historian, the book invites listeners to explore the human hearts behind legendary deeds. Its measured tone balances triumph with tragedy, offering a compelling portrait of a house that reshaped an age while remaining tantalizingly human.
Language
en
Duration
~14 hours (812K characters)
Release date
2025-10-21
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1860–1913
Best known by the pen name Baron Corvo, this brilliant and difficult English writer turned an unruly life into strange, witty, deeply original fiction. His books mix Catholic imagination, satire, fantasy, and autobiography in ways that still feel unusual today.
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