A superb overview of pivotal Renaissance philosopher, writer and historian Machiavelli.
Robert Black Books
Robert Black was a British author whose writings primarily focused on the world of horse racing. Beyond his own fiction and non-fiction works, he also made a significant contribution through his translations, most notably rendering a comprehensive history of France into English.
A Ranger Born: A Memoir of Combat and Valor from Korea to Vietnam
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Insightful look at special operations in the American Civil War.
The collection of essays delves into the defining characteristics of the Renaissance and humanism, highlighting significant themes, debates, and influential figures of the era. It integrates discussions on philology, political thought, and both scholastic and Platonic philosophy, providing a comprehensive understanding of the Renaissance's impact on various intellectual domains.
Blackstar: U.S. Marshal
- 88 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Set in the rugged landscapes of the American West, this gripping tale follows a determined U.S. Marshal as he navigates lawlessness and corruption. The protagonist faces off against notorious outlaws while seeking justice for the innocent. Themes of bravery, morality, and the quest for redemption are woven throughout the narrative, highlighting the struggles of frontier life. With vivid characters and intense action, the story captures the essence of a tumultuous era in American history, showcasing the Marshal's relentless pursuit of order amidst chaos.
Viella Historical Research - 7: Machiavelli's Prince
Traditions, Text and Translations
- 274 pages
- 10 hours of reading
One of the high-points of Italian Renaissance humanism, Machiavelli's The Prince immediately transcended the time and culture from which it had sprung, circulating throughout Europe and paving the road to an astonishing variety of discussions on power and liberty for centuries to come. Indeed, one could hardly think of a literary work whose reception has been more controversial and arguably more crucial to the fashioning of modernity. This volume gathers together the proceedings of a conference held in Oxford, in November 2013, to mark the 500th anniversary of the composition of The Prince. It explores pivotal aspects of the text's complex identity, focusing on three interrelated areas: 1. The Prince's own ways of appropriating ancient and modern traditions of political thought and ethics; 2. the textual history and interpretive details of the work; 3. translations of the treatise into foreign languages (including English and other translations), with their cultural adaptations and reconceptualizations of the original. All chapters offer highly original insights by leading experts on The Prince, shedding light on hitherto neglected topics and locating Machiavelli's masterpiece in an intriguing network of intersecting perspectives.