Labeled a "witch" by her enemies for her experiments, she collaborated with Leonardo da Vinci in search of the "elixir of life".
The portrayal of Caterina as a "cultured, courageous, and attractive" heroine is widely considered the book's greatest strength. Final Verdict La Dama Del Dragon Jose Calvo Poyato epub
At just twenty years old and seven months pregnant, she seized the Castle of Sant'Angelo in Rome to protect her interests. Labeled a "witch" by her enemies for her
Poyato, a PhD in Modern History, leverages his academic background to create a "biography-novel" that feels deeply grounded in reality. Poyato, a PhD in Modern History, leverages his
She stood her ground against the Papacy, the Medici family, and the ruthless César Borgia , resisting sieges from vastly superior armies. Narrative Style and Structure
The novel follows Caterina Sforza, the illegitimate daughter of the Duke of Milan, as she navigates a "complex chessboard" of political machinations. Poyato highlights her legendary defiance, including: