![]() ![]() Rumored to have had an incestuous relationship with her brother Cesare, Lucrezia was used as a political pawn by her father, who arranged her multiple marriages. He was made cardinal by his father upon his graduation from university, and was known for being a skillful soldier. In The Prince, Machiavelli writes that "Alexander VI did nothing but deceive men" (chapter XVIII).Ĭesare is believed to be Rodrigo Borgia's oldest son and his ruthless political manner is often cited as Machiavelli's inspiration for The Prince. ![]() During his reign, Alexander VI became known for his illicit relationships, political corruption, and nepotism. ![]() In Malice of Fortune, several Borgia family members play both prominent and subtle roles against the backdrop of the Renaissance papacy.īorn in Spain as Roderic Llançol i de Borja (Rodrigo Borgia), he studied law in Bologne before being appointed cardinal by his uncle, Pope Callixtus III. The Borgia name is synonymous with corruption, crime, and scandal. This article relates to The Malice of Fortune ![]()
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