Bonifacio VIII, i Caetani e la storia del Lazio

This volume presents the proceedings of the 2000 conference dedicated to the Caetani family and its profound influence on Lazio's history across seven centuries. The collective research spans three main thematic areas: the origin and nature of the Caetani territorial lordship, its development into the modern era, and the family's political and cultural legacy in the twentieth century. Contributions re-examine critical historical milestones, from the pontificate and controversial exercise of papal power under Boniface VIII to the family's modern engagements in Italian politics, Islamic studies, and environmental conservation. Particular emphasis is placed on the Caetani's enduring connection to the Pontine region, highlighting their patronage, archival preservation, and territorial management. By analyzing original diplomatic, legal, and artistic sources, the studies offer a refined critical reassessment of key historical figures while demonstrating how the Caetani heritage dynamically shaped the regional, ecclesiastical, and cultural landscape of Lazio.