The Life of Pope Sixtus the Fifth is a historical biography written by Gregorio Leti in 1779. The book chronicles the life and reign of Pope Sixtus V, who served as the head of the Catholic Church from 1585 to 1590. Leti provides a detailed account of Sixtus' early life, his rise to the papacy, and his accomplishments as Pope. Sixtus is portrayed as a strong and decisive leader who implemented significant reforms within the Church and the city of...