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The Lost Diary of Lucrezia Borgia

Deathbed Confessions of the Pope's Daughter
Brief Description
In the depths beneath a Vatican church, an archaeologist uncovers a lost diary that will unravel history's darkest secrets—and change his life forever. Archaeologist Giuseppe Campise is assigned a secret dig beneath the Santa Maria sopra Minerva church by Father Antonio Ferrua, head of Vatican archaeology.... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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In the depths beneath a Vatican church, an archaeologist uncovers a lost diary that will unravel history's darkest secrets—and change his life forever.

Archaeologist Giuseppe Campise is assigned a secret dig beneath the Santa Maria sopra Minerva church by Father Antonio Ferrua, head of Vatican archaeology. The goal: to uncover the body of Alexander the Great. But when a massive earthquake seals him beneath the church, Giuseppe stumbles upon something far more extraordinary—the lost diary of the infamous Lucrezia Borgia.

Lucrezia Borgia, the daughter of Pope Alexander VI, was embroiled in one of history's most scandalous and ruthless dynasties. Known for her complex relationships with her father and brother, Cesare, Lucrezia's life was marked by forced marriages, rumours of incest, and political intrigue. She became a key player in her father's quest for power, his criminal enterprises, and his eventual rise to unimaginable wealth and influence.

But what if Lucrezia's story isn't what history has told us? Her diary, discovered centuries later by Giuseppe, reveals the truth about her life—and a secret that changes everything. Her words, written to Pope Leo X, offer a new perspective on the Borgia legacy, one that will forever alter Giuseppe's beliefs and lead him on a journey that challenges the very core of his faith.

In this splendid tale of history, betrayal, and revelation, one man's quest for answers could reshape the past and future alike.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781592116003

Publisher: Histria LLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 March 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Vita Histria

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 150

About the Author

Dr. Johnny Teague is a historian, author, and patented inventor. With four published books to his name, his works have gained notable recognition. His book Preaching Your Way Out of a Mess was awarded Preaching Magazine's 2019 Book of the Year. The Lost Diary of Anne Frank earned a place on the Association for Jewish Studies Honor Roll of 2021 and is available in hardcover, softcover, eBook, and Audible formats. His other notable works include The Lost Diary of George Washington, The Revolutionary War Years (Editors' Pick in The Manhattan and finalist for the Goethe Book Award) and The Lost Diary of Mary Magdalene, which received a 5-star rating from Readers' Choice and will be released on November 5, 2024. Dr. Teague is also a contributor to The Baptist Standard and Worship Leader magazines.

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