Lucrezia Borgia's legacy is multifaceted. While her family's notoriety has overshadowed her individual achievements, modern scholarship has begun to highlight her contributions to the Renaissance. Her role in the cultural and administrative life of Ferrara showcases her capabilities beyond t
The negative portrayal of Lucrezia Borgia can be traced to several sources. Contemporary writers, such as Francesco Guicciardini, were critical of the Borgia family, and their works often depicted Lucrezia in a negative light. These accounts were influenced by political biases and personal animositi
Introduction
Lucrezia Borgia, born in 1480, has long been a figure shrouded in scandal and intrigue. Daughter of Pope Alexander VI and sister to the infamous Cesare Borgia, she was often depicted as a femme fatale, embroiled in incest, poisonings, and political machinations. However, recent schol
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