The Devils Charter, a Tragedy: Containing the Life and Death of Pope Alexander the Sixth (1869)

The Devils Charter is a dramatic tragedy written by Barnabe Barnes in 1869. The play tells the story of the life and death of Pope Alexander VI, who is portrayed as a corrupt and power-hungry leader who will stop at nothing to maintain his position of authority. The play explores themes of greed, betrayal, and the corrupting influence of power. Through the character of Alexander VI, Barnes offers a scathing critique of the Catholic Church and its leaders during the Renaissance period. The play is written in verse and features a cast of complex and intriguing characters, including the Pope's daughter, Lucrezia Borgia, and the infamous Cesare Borgia. Overall, The Devils Charter is a compelling and thought-provoking work of literature that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in history.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.

Victor A. Doyno is Associate Professor of English at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He received his Ph.D. degree from Indiana Univer-sity, and has taught at Rutgers and Princeton.