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Rise of the Borgias

Not Just the Tudors

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The Ascent of Calypso III

This chapter chronicles the journey of a key figure in the Catholic Church, who rises from a royal secretary to pope amid power struggles and internal conflicts. It examines themes of nepotism, the modest lifestyle of Calypso III, and the political dynamics that shaped the church during a time of significant turmoil.

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