CHAPTER XLVI

1605. May 16. Birth of Prince Federigo 173

" " Universal joy of the people 174

" " The Duke's pilgrimage of thanks to Loreto 176

" " 19. Baptism of the Prince, amid festive pageants 176

1606. The Duke's breeding stud 180

" His aversion to business, and retired habits 180

" Castel Durante his favourite residence 181

" He appoints a council of state 183

" A glance at the constitution establishments of Urbino 185

1607. The unfortunate education of the Prince 189

" His father's code of instructions to him 189

1608. His unpromising youth 194