The Prince
By Niccolò Machiavelli
- Release Date: 2010-10-04
- Genre: Political Philosophy
Description
The Prince is an extended analysis of how to acquire and maintain political power. The chapters are dedicatedf to Lorenzo de Medici. The dedication declares Machiavelli's intention to discuss in plain language the conduct of great men and the principles of princely government. He does so in hope of pleasing and enlightening the Medici family.
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5By Heroic SlothThis book has a very good writing style and tells you the things you need to know.Good Political Teaching Reference; Original Print is a Tough Read
4By Bert.B.WellI bought this book while I was deployed to Iraq, and ultimately it helped me my second year of deployment as a Contractor Inspector during the Embezzlement scandals of 2005-2008, but I bought it in the original “Old English,” as it was written in the 16th Century. Should’ve bought a more modem edition.Weak translation of a not so great “great book”
2By PdxmuscleThe book is one of political advice to the Medici family. It advocates ruthlessness and the ends justify the means. Most of the time one has to be familiar with the politics of sixteenth century Italy to follow along. The translation is very pompous and off putting. I read this in high school and thought it might be a better read with several more decades of life experience. It wasn’t. This translation with its notes didn’t help either. I strongly recommend the art of war over the prince.Great Work!
5By RedJasperAngelThoroughly enjoyed this!Spacing way off
1By theziskoAll of the spacing is way off for the text of the book. There are random new lines throughout.10/10 gr8 masterwork
5By c00LbeAnZ3298r9138940839240890i stan wholeheartedlymachiavelli is dad
5By Avalelzlelzlezwe stanVery Impressive Read!
5By JoevincesocialThis is one to keep around, and when read new lessons learned!Great Book
5By Jeff7471The story is terrible but the book is very well written.Old to new
4By PstippAn interesting book ugh great insights and though provoking examples of history and knowledge. Definitely worth the read to learn not only about history, but also how to act in business.
