The Borgias and Their Enemies

1431-1519

By: Christopher Hibbert

Narrated by: John Telfer

The name Borgia is synonymous with the corruption, nepotism, and greed that were rife in Renaissance Italy. The powerful, voracious Rodrigo Borgia, better known to history as Pope Alexander VI, was the central figure of the dynasty. Two of his seven papal offspring also rose to power and fame - his daughter Lucrezia and her brother Cesare, who murdered Lucrezia's husband and served as the model for Machiavelli's The Prince.

The Borgias were notorious for seizing power, wealth, land, and titles through bribery, marriage, and murder. The story of the family's dramatic rise from its Spanish roots to the highest position in Italian society is an absorbing tale.

©2009 Christopher Hibbert (P)2012 AudioGO

Rich savoury History sauce

a Great book supererbly narrated. Gives you enough laciviousness to satisfy your curious heart
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really interesting

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This is a really well organised history. There is some confusion with names (as is to be expected in history books around this era; titles attached to multiple people over time) but overall a really interesting read and well worth your time.

recap of events

the way the story was told was not that interesting. there was no climax or conflict rather it was just a narration of events and facts that happened

A brilliant history

Brilliantly written, the reader will become immersed in the world of the Borgias. Eloquently narrated, this book is a must for seekers of Renaissance history.

Beautifully done

Love it!!!
perfectly read and written.
Enjoyed every part of it.
Long live Rodrigo, Cesare and Lucrezia!