Romola · Character
Piero de' Medici
The exiled head of the Medici family, whose return is plotted.
minor
Also known as Piero, clever Medici, the Medici
First appearance: Florence Expects a Guest
Piero de' Medici shows up with force in Florence Expects a Guest. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Recently expelled from Florence after surrendering fortresses to the French; a price set on his head.
Piero de' Medici first appears in 0024 xxi florence expects a guest.
In Florence Expects a Guest: Recently expelled from Florence after surrendering fortresses to the French; a price set on his head.
Later, in The Evening and the Morning: Attempted to enter Florence with troops but was repelled and fled.
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