> >
> > Also on this point and to whomever is really good at the detective work,
> > please advise:
> >
> > A few years ago (probably more like seven or so) the Arts and
> > Entertainment Network broadcast a 10-part series, entitled, "The Borgias".
> > It starred the actor Oliver Cotton and was, I believe, produced by
> > LionHeart (sp?) Productions.  It was hosted by the journalist Edwin Newman
> > who would, between segments, interview experts in the various fields of
> > Renaissance History.  DOES ANYONE know where it might be possible to find
> > a copy of this series.  We've tried BBC and a few distributors and not a
> > lead was found at all.
> >
>
> I remember this series; it was on in England before my son was born, and
> so it must be at least fifteen years old. I also remember it as being
> absolutely dreadful. In England, there was no commentary by historians,
> just the mediaeval bodice-ripping. The most memorable scene, as I
> recall, was some kind of 'horse-race' in nightgowns.. Is this the same
> series?
>
> I don't recall whether it was on BBC or maybe Channel 4 in England,
> though. Perhaps they're trying to forget it, too.
>
> Fran
>
Perhaps, but the detail to costume was magnificent and, to be honest,
didn't Bradford, upon whose book the series was based, use as a main
source the diaries of Johanes Burkardt (sp?) who held office through a
number of papal reigns.  Granted, J.B. wrote down a lot of fodder for the
gossip mill, but then again, one can learn from that too.  At any rate,
again, if there is a source for this series, please advise.
 
Patricia