Niccolo Machiavelli

Collins Classics - The Prince

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ISBN 13:
9780007420070
author:
Niccolo Machiavelli
format:
Paperback
publisher:
William Collins
language:
English
Publication Year:
2011
Pages:
160
Dimensions:
17.6 x 11 x 1.6 cm
Genre:
Society, Politics & Philosophy, Government & Politics, Political Science & Ideology, Fiction and related items / Classic fiction (pre c. 1945), Social & political philosophy, FICTION / Classics, PHILOSOPHY / Political, PHILOSOPHY / Social, Political
Condition:
New
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Item usually sent within 10 working days
£6.50

Description

The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli is an intense study on the nature of power and its course when ruling a country. Written in 1513, this treatise expresses the author's strong ideals and beliefs on using force rather than law to achieve one's aims. Machiavelli's work remains a significant text in modern philosophy, despite being widely misunderstood due to its unyielding approach. The phrase "Machiavellian" has become synonymous with cunning and ruthless tactics, but this book offers a nuanced exploration of the complexities of power and leadership. This edition provides a concise introduction to Machiavelli's thought-provoking ideas on politics, ethics, and governance, making it an essential read for those interested in understanding the foundations of modern political philosophy.

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