Conceived by the diplomat and political theorist Niccolò Machiavelli in an elucidative and ingenious manner, this is one of the works that challenged the political beliefs of its time and still today continues to provoke and disturb with its analyses on statism and power. The title is regarded as a landmark in the history of Western political thought, being considered one of the first in modern political philosophy, as well as required reading for the curious and politically inclined in ma...

Conceived by the diplomat and political theorist Niccolò Machiavelli in an elucidative and ingenious manner, this is one of the works that challenged the political beliefs of its time and still today continues to provoke and disturb with its analyses on statism and power. The title is regarded as a landmark in the history of Western political thought, being considered one of the first in modern political philosophy, as well as required reading for the curious and politically inclined in ma...

The Prince is a book that was controversial before it had even been sent to the printer. Written in vernacular Italian instead of Latin, dedicated to a member of one of the most powerful Italian families of the day, and only printed after Machiavelli's death, this treatise on how to tyrannize effectively was considered shocking even by his contemporaries. The discussion of its morality that continues to this day gives us the modern-day word Machiavellian.The book ...

As a young Florentine envoy to the courts of France and the Italian principalities, Niccolò Machiavelli (1469-1527) was able to observe firsthand the lives of people strongly united under one powerful ruler. His fascination with that political rarity and his intense desire to see the Medici family assume a similar role in Italy provided the foundation for his "primer for princes." In this classic guide to acquiring and maintaining political power, Machiavelli used a rational approach to ad...

Author of the book deduces laws of governing, uniform for the different countries, different times and societies.Action and the identity of modern sovereigns — presidents, prime ministers, leaders of parties influence millions of citizens. In the book it is shown, what logic is followed by actions of the first person of the state, how he considered position of the country and society in the changing world. Close up the behavior of the ruler as persons is considered."President...

THE PRINCE (Italian: Il Principe) is a 16th-century political treatise by the Italian diplomat and political theorist Niccolò Machiavelli. From correspondence a version appears to have been distributed in 1513, using a Latin title, De Principatibus (About Principalities). However, the printed version was not published until 1532, five years after Machiavelli's death. This was done with the permission of the Medici pope Clement VII, but “long before then, in fact since the first ap...

FINALIST--2008 PEN TRANSLATION PRIZEIn The Essential Writings of Machiavelli, Peter Constantine has assembled a comprehensive collection that shows the true depth and breadth of a great Renaissance thinker. Refreshingly accessible, these superb new translations are faithful to Machiavelli’s original, beautifully crafted writings.The volume features essays that appear in English for the first time, such as “A Caution to the Medici” and “The Persecution of Africa.” Al...

Dive into the cunning world of political strategy with Niccolò Machiavelli's seminal work, The Prince. This captivating eBook edition ushers you into the inner sanctums of power, as Machiavelli draws upon his wealth of experience to offer unflinching insights into leadership, statecraft, and power. With its shrewd advice and keen observations, The Prince has not only shaped political theory but has also left an indelible mark on culture and leadership practices across centuries. Why Choose...

Often cited as one of the first works in modern political philosophy, The Prince is a political treatise that relates author Niccolo Machiavelli’s theories on state-building and rulership. Drawing on his experience as a diplomat, Machiavelli discusses the important policies for both republican free-states and hereditary princedoms, and outlines the most successful political tactics, many of which remain relevant into modern times.HarperTorch brings great works of non-ficti...

The ultimate treatise on statecraft. Machiavelli's work has held such power to shock that he was at one time identified with Satan himself. Published in 1532, it remains relevant -- and fascinating -- for modern readers.Sayre Street Books offers the world's greatest literature in easy to navigate, beautifully designed digital editions.

Nicolo Machiavelli was born in Florence on 3rd May 1469. Over the centuries his words have become the bywords for manipulation, deception and other traits which we all feel are beneath us. But is The Prince really such a work? Or is there, upon reflection, much to praise and when seen in tandem with the rise, fall and rise again of the Medici's perhaps it reveals much more. From 1494 to 1512 Machiavelli held official post in Florence which included diplomatic missions to various European co...

All states, all powers, that have held and hold rule over men have been and are either republics or principalities.Principalities are either hereditary, in which the family has been long established; or they are new.The new are either entirely new, as was Milan to Francesco Sforza, or they are, as it were, members annexed to the hereditary state of the prince who has acquired them, as was the kingdom of Naples to that of the King of Spain.Such dominions thus acquired a...