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Borgia
Paperback
General FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025314655
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 256
Weight: 0.80
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Borgia is a compelling psychological novel by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Zona Gale that delves into the intricacies of guilt, self-perception, and the power of suggestion. The story centers on Marfa Manchester, a young woman who becomes convinced that she possesses a dark, destructive influence over the lives of those she touches. Following a series of unfortunate events involving her friends and acquaintances, Marfa begins to view herself as a modern-day Lucrezia Borgia, believing she is a carrier of misfortune rather than a mere bystander to tragedy.
Gale's narrative masterfully explores the internal landscape of a woman grappling with her own identity and the heavy burden of perceived responsibility. As Marfa navigates her social circle, the novel examines how a fixation on one's own perceived flaws can lead to a self-fulfilling prophecy of isolation and emotional turmoil. Borgia stands as a sophisticated character study that moves beyond the realism of Gale's earlier works to touch upon more experimental, introspective themes. It remains a poignant look at the human tendency to find patterns in chaos and the desperate need for atonement in a complex world.
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