The Prince is one of the most influential works in political theory and realpolitik. Arguably, it is the first work on realpolitik. Machiavelli wrote this book during a time of great turmoil in Italy, and from his long experience as a diplomat he came to the conclusion that lofty ideals had no place in politics. What he concerned himself with was regimes that would last, and the means required to achieve the ends of an unified Italy. While the book is controversial, most of Machiavelli’s analysis are difficult to argue against. It would not be surprising if most politicians today follow Machiavelli’s recommendations.
This edition of The Prince is well formatted and well designed. The cover and interior looks great. This edition of the book also includes Machiavelli’s “A description of the methods adopted by the Duke Valentino when murdering Vitellozzo Vitelli, Oliverotto da Fermo, the Signor Pagolo, and the Duke di Gravina Orsini” and “The Life of Castruccio Castracani of Lucca”.
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The Prince is one of the most influential works in political theory and realpolitik. Arguably, it is the first work on realpolitik. Machiavelli wrote this book during a time of great turmoil in Italy, and from his long experience as a diplomat he came to the conclusion that lofty ideals had no place in politics. What he concerned himself with was regimes that would last, and the means required to achieve the ends of an unified Italy. While the book is controversial, most of Machiavelli’s analysis are difficult to argue against. It would not be surprising if most politicians today follow Machiavelli’s recommendations.This edition of The Prince is well formatted and well designed. The cover and interior looks great. This edition of the book also includes Machiavelli’s “A description of the methods adopted by the Duke Valentino when murdering Vitellozzo Vitelli, Oliverotto da Fermo, the Signor Pagolo, and the Duke di Gravina Orsini” and “The Life of Castruccio Castracani of Lucca”.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2019
This edition of The Prince is well formatted and well designed. The cover and interior looks great. This edition of the book also includes Machiavelli’s “A description of the methods adopted by the Duke Valentino when murdering Vitellozzo Vitelli, Oliverotto da Fermo, the Signor Pagolo, and the Duke di Gravina Orsini” and “The Life of Castruccio Castracani of Lucca”.
A classic in political realism, great product quality
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2019
The Prince is one of the most influential works in political theory and realpolitik. Arguably, it is the first work on realpolitik. Machiavelli wrote this book during a time of great turmoil in Italy, and from his long experience as a diplomat he came to the conclusion that lofty ideals had no place in politics. What he concerned himself with was regimes that would last, and the means required to achieve the ends of an unified Italy. While the book is controversial, most of Machiavelli’s analysis are difficult to argue against. It would not be surprising if most politicians today follow Machiavelli’s recommendations.Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2019
This edition of The Prince is well formatted and well designed. The cover and interior looks great. This edition of the book also includes Machiavelli’s “A description of the methods adopted by the Duke Valentino when murdering Vitellozzo Vitelli, Oliverotto da Fermo, the Signor Pagolo, and the Duke di Gravina Orsini” and “The Life of Castruccio Castracani of Lucca”.
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