Summary of Paul Strathern's The Borgias

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 The Borja family, which originated from the remote hill town of Borja, Spain, had royal blood. They believed that the Borgias were the descendants of kings and were destined to become kings once more. #2 Alonso de Borja was the king’s secretary, and was in charge of overseeing his affairs and duties. He was also required to undertake diplomatic missions, which he did with great skill. By 1442, he had also beco