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The dinner invitation that sealed his fate

A 17th-century Wallachian scholar receives a dinner invitation from the prince he served. Will it seal his fate?

The dinner invitation that sealed his fate

This episode explores the life of Udriște Năsturel, a key figure in 17th-century Wallachia, whose ambition and intellect placed him at the heart of power. It delves into the choices he made and the forces that shaped his extraordinary life, leading to a fateful encounter.

Person: Udriște Năsturel

Location: Wallachia

Period: Early 17th Century

Status: Court official, scholar

- Udriște Năsturel's father, Radu Năsturel, brought home a Latin…

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