01-16-2009, 08:47 PM
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Re: How did the sister of Machiavelli's prince get so wealthy during an economic down
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Originally Posted by Carmen
What an interesting story giovonni. Is obvious the historians only recorded their point of view, not the true story. It was more often than not his-story, and usually dismissive of the role of women. Have you read the book "Pope Joan"? Its a fascinating account of a woman pope, complete with evidence to back up the story! It is written as a fiction, but the basic facts are true.
Cheers
Carmen
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Yes Carmen, it is quite likely, Pope Joan's legendary story> has truth within it. The patriarchial heads of the church> then and now, most likely would (and) have tried> to surpress any evidence and proof. Thats why few scholars, will seriously consider or touch upon the story or legend.
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