Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published) Media: Hardcover Pages: 397 Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.5 Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 6.3 x 1.7
A wonderful journey into Renaissance Florence June 21, 2008 9 out of 9 found this review helpful
Caroline P Murphy's follow up to the Pope's Daughter does not disappoint. It is a first class exploration of the life of Isabella de Medici, Renaissance Florence, the Medici family,and the inevitable politics, of a fascinating time in Italian history. The book is full of intrigue, betrayal, clandestine affairs, and murder. It is not without humour and stories of everyday events within the Medici court. A life which began with promise, privilege and moved on with not a little passsion,to end in such a brutal manner. The story of Isabella de Medici is a compelling, marvellous read.
