Romola · Character
Lorenzo de' Medici
The late Magnificent ruler of Florence, mentioned as a past figure.
minor
Also known as Lorenzo, the lamented Lorenzo, Lorenzo the magnificent and subtle, Lorenzo the Magnificent
First appearance: book i
Lorenzo de' Medici shows up with force in Proem. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Referenced as the dying ruler of Florence, whose illness and legacy are part of the historical backdrop.
Lorenzo de' Medici first appears in 0002 book i.
In Proem: Referenced as the dying ruler of Florence, whose illness and legacy are part of the historical backdrop.
Later, in Florence Expects a Guest: Recalled as having maintained a wary policy that kept peace among Italian states, now nullified by his son Piero.
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