The Prince by Nicolas Machiavel
A guide for rulers. A mirror of ambition. A masterpiece that changed the way the world understands power.Written in the early 16th century, The Prince remains one of the most influential works in political thought. In this bold and provocative treatise, Machiavelli strips away ideals and exposes the raw mechanics of leadership, strategy, and control. With razor-sharp pragmatism, he explores what it takes to win and maintain power, whether through wisdom, manipulation, or force.
- Engage with Machiavelli's pragmatic analysis of political power.
- Delve into the principles of effective leadership and statecraft.
- Reflect on Machiavelli's bold and controversial advice to rulers.
- Explore the timeless themes of ambition, morality, and the pursuit of power.
- A valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the study of politics and leadership.
- Students of political science, philosophy, and history
- Leaders, managers, and entrepreneurs seeking strategic insight
- Readers of Sun Tzu, Robert Greene, or Aristotle
- Anyone fascinated by ambition, influence, and the anatomy of power
Niccolo Machiavelli was born in Florence. Throughout his life, he was a diplomat, politician, historian, and writer. Machiavelli served the Florentine republic as secretary and second chancellor from 1498 to 1512 while the Medici family was out of power. His most famous work, The Prince, was a written attempt to re-ingratiate himself with the Medicis when they returned to power. Christopher Celenza is the author or editor of seven books and more than forty scholarly articles or book chapters in the fields of Italian Renaissance history, post-classical Latin literature, and philosophy. His most recent book, Machiavelli: A Portrait, was published by Harvard University Press in 2015.
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| ISBN 13 | 9789354406683 |
| ISBN 10 | 9354406688 |
| Title | The Prince |
| Author | Nicolo Machiavelli |
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| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Fingerprint! Publishing |
| Year published | 2022-10-12 |
| Number of pages | 176 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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