A Cardinal of the Medici - Paperback

""A Cardinal of the Medici"" by Mrs. Hicks Beach is a historical novel set in Renaissance Italy. The book tells the story of Giovanni de' Medici, a young man from a powerful Florentine family who is sent to Rome to become a cardinal. As he rises through the ranks of the Catholic Church, Giovanni finds himself caught up in the political intrigues of the time, including the struggle for power between the Medici and the Borgias. Along the way, he also falls in love with a beautiful woman named Lucrezia, who happens to be the daughter of one of his enemies. As Giovanni navigates the treacherous waters of Renaissance politics and romance, he must also confront his own inner demons and question his faith. The book is a richly detailed portrait of Renaissance Italy, complete with vivid descriptions of the art, architecture, and culture of the time. It is a compelling tale of love, power, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of one of the most fascinating periods in human history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.