The Word of Borgia is a historical novel by Rafael Sabatini, first published in 1929. It tells the story of Cesare Borgia, the son of Pope Alexander VI, and his rise to power in Renaissance Italy. The novel follows Cesare's life from his childhood in Rome to his eventual death in 1507. It covers his military campaigns, his political maneuverings, and his relationships with his father, his sister Lucrezia, and his mistress, Giulia Farnese. It also examines the complex web of alliances and rivalries between the various Italian states and the papacy. The novel paints a vivid picture of life in Renaissance Italy, and of the machinations of the Borgia family. It is a gripping tale of ambition, power, and betrayal, and a fascinating look at one of the most notorious figures of the Italian Renaissance.
By Rafael Sabatini · First published 1917 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 2 chapters