The Prince

Name: The Prince
Brand: Penguin Books Ltd
SKU: 9780141442259
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By Niccolo Machiavelli

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The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli is a political treatise offering advice on political leadership and power dynamics. It focuses on how rulers can maintain control over their states through pragmatic, and sometimes ruthless, methods. Machiavelli's work provides insight into realpolitik and the complexities of political strategy.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by political strategy, historical analysis, and insights into leadership. It offers timeless advice on power dynamics and governance, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in politics and philosophy.

The Prince

How can a leader be strong and decisive, yet still inspire loyalty in his followers? When is it necessary to break the rules? Is it better to be feared than loved? In this book, the author answers all these questions in a work of realpolitik that still has shrewd political lessons.

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As a diplomat in the turbulent landscape of fifteenth-century Florence, Niccolò Machiavelli (1469-1527) was acutely aware of how rapidly political fortunes could shift. Leveraging this deep understanding, The Prince serves as a pragmatic and tough-minded handbook on the mechanisms of power. This seminal work explores the complexities of leadership and political manoeuvring, grappling with essential questions: How does a leader remain strong and decisive while also inspiring loyalty among followers? When is it necessary to break conventional rules? Is it more effective for a ruler to be feared rather than loved?

Through detailed examinations of regimes and their rulers across history—from Roman Emperors to Renaissance Popes, and from the military strategies of Hannibal to the cunning tactics of Cesare Borgia—Machiavelli provides an unflinching analysis of power dynamics. His insights have fostered controversy and debate for centuries, offering shrewd political lessons that remain relevant even in today's world.

Tim Parks's celebrated and contemporary translation renders Machiavelli's original text both alarming and enlightening, preserving its raw power and no-nonsense approach. Accompanied by Parks's insightful introduction, this edition delves into Machiavelli's life and enduring reputation, as well as the historical backdrop that influenced the writing of The Prince. This edition promises to engage readers with its modern accessibility while maintaining the potent messages of power and statecraft formulated by Machiavelli.

Rediscover The Prince—a work of sharp intelligence and enduring relevance—through this acclaimed translation that brings the past's political lessons vividly into the present.

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The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli is often praised for its astute political insights and straightforward writing. Critics highlight its pragmatic approach to power and governance, noting its historical significance and continuing relevance. Some reviews emphasise its controversial themes, sparking debate about its moral implications in political strategy.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141442259

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 June 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Translated by Tim Parks

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 135g

Pages: 176

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About the Author

Niccolo Machiavelli (Author) Niccol Machiavelli was born in Florence in 1469 of an old citizen family. In 1498 he was appointed secretary and a second chancellor to the Florentine Republic. During his time of office he accompanied Julius II on his first campaign of conquest. In 1507, as chancellor of the newly appointed Nove di Milizia, he organised an infantry force which fought at the capture of Pisa in 1509. Three years later it was defeated by the Holy League at Prato, the Medici returned to Florence, and Machiavelli was excluded from public life. He retired to his farm near San Casciano, where he gave his time to study and writing. After a brief return to public life, he died in 1527.