Niccolo machiavelli the prince biography books
A “suberb biography" (USA TODAY) of Italian philosopher and playwright Niccolò Machiavelli, author of The Prince, whose writings have outraged and inspired....
The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli
English
Difficult to read.
This short treatise is the most remembered of Machiavelli's works, and the most responsible for the later pejorative use of the word "Machiavellian".
The book offers a pragmatic approach to political power, focusing on how rulers can maintain authority and effectively govern through various means, including manipulation and realpolitik. It provides insights into different types of principalities and the characteristics necessary for a successful ruler, making it a foundational text in political philosophy.
The opening of "The Prince" introduces readers to Machiavelli's dedication to Lorenzo de' Medici and outlines his intent to provide practical knowledge gained from