In this episode of Extraordinary Lives, Anne Diamond meets with acclaimed historical novelist and broadcaster Sarah Dunant, whose work brings Renaissance Italy to life. With her vivid storytelling and meticulous research, Ms. Dunant creates compelling portraits of powerful women from Italy’s past—from courtesans and nuns to political players and artists. In this conversation with Anne, the author discusses her passion for Italian history, the inspiration behind her work and her upcoming book, The Buonarotti Boy, which explores the early life of Michelangelo.