Porzia - Cale Young Rice - Bog

Porzia is a historical fiction novel written by Cale Young Rice. The story is set in Renaissance Italy and revolves around the life of Porzia, a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. Porzia is determined to live life on her own terms, despite the constraints of her gender and social status. She is passionate about learning and becomes a student of the famous philosopher and humanist, Pico della Mirandola. Porzia's life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with a young nobleman, but their relationship is threatened by political intrigue and the machinations of powerful men. As she navigates the treacherous waters of Renaissance politics and society, Porzia must rely on her wit, courage, and intelligence to survive. The novel is a vivid and engaging portrayal of Renaissance Italy, with its complex social hierarchy, artistic and intellectual ferment, and political turmoil. It is a story of love, ambition, and the struggle for self-determination in a world ruled by men.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.