Chronicles of the house of Borgia

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Chronicles of the house of Borgia

by Frederick Rolfe

EN·~14 hours·9 chapters

Chapters

9 total

Transcriber’s Note:

1:57

Preface

21:41

List of Illustrations

0:25

CHRONICLES OF THE HOUSE OF BORGIA

0:29

Book the First

2:48:32

Book the Second

7:42:33

Book the Third

1:24:30

Book the Fourth

52:04

APPENDICES

54:19

Description

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.

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Language

en

Duration

~14 hours (812K characters)

Release date

Oct 21, 2025

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Frederick Rolfe

Frederick Rolfe

1860–1913

Best known by the flamboyant name Baron Corvo, this English writer turned a life of frustration, ambition, and wit into some of the strangest and most memorable fiction of the early 20th century. His work mixes satire, fantasy, and autobiography with a voice that still feels sharp and singular.

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