Machiavelli, Niccolo

Prince (Modern Library Classics) (Modern Library Classics)

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ISBN 13:: 9780812978056
author:: Machiavelli, Niccolo
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Modern Library Inc
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2008
Pages:: 160
Dimensions:: 133 mm X 203 mm
Genre:: History of ideas, intellectual history
Condition:: New
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The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli is a foundational work of political philosophy that has shaped the way we think about power and its exercise. In this new translation, Peter Constantine brings to life Machiavelli's original prose, revealing the secrets of gaining, wielding, and maintaining power. A ruthless and cunning analysis of manipulation and control, The Prince is a thought-provoking exploration of how to achieve dominance and defend oneself against others. The book's introduction by Albert Russell Ascoli provides valuable context for Constantine's translation, while Muir's praise highlights the translator's skill in capturing Machiavelli's original intent. With its enduring relevance and influence, The Prince remains a vital work for anyone interested in politics, philosophy, or self-defense.

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