torlonias

Updated: May 25, 2025

I add, by way of memorandum, strangers, noble or not, as may be, who purchase an estate, get a title thrown into the bargain. A short time ago a French petty country gentleman, who had a little money, woke up a Roman Prince one fine morning, the equal of the Dorias, Torlonias, and of the baker Duke Grazioli. For they are all equal from the hour when the Holy Father has signed their parchments.

Edmond About - The Roman Question