Chapter XLV
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CHAPTER XLV
1577. Unsatisfactory results of his marriage152
” His separation from the Duchess153
” His autograph Diary155
1582. He is taken into the Spanish service156
” And receives the title of "Most Serene"157
1583. Marriage of his Sister Princess Lavinia157
” He builds the Videtta Villa157
1586. And obtains the Golden Fleece158
” List of officers at his court159
1588. His fondness for the chase160
1589. Other pastimes of his court161
” His literary pursuits162
” His hospitalities. Galileo163
1597.Oct.Death of the last Duke of Ferrara164
1598.Feb. 11.And of the Duchess of Urbino165
” Clement VIII. visits Urbino166
” His desire for the Duke's abdication166
” The Duke's retired habits167
” The anxiety of his people for his remarriage167
” His singular appeal to them168
1599.April 26.He marries Livia della Rovere169
1602.Dec. 13.Death of Duchess Vittoria171