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The Prince

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Exploring the intricacies of power dynamics, this seminal work offers pragmatic advice on acquiring and maintaining authority, diverging from traditional justifications of a ruler's legitimacy. Written for Lorenzo de Medici, it presents a candid examination of morally ambiguous tactics, leading to its contentious reputation. Since its 1532 publication, it has sparked both admiration and outrage, solidifying its status as a crucial text for understanding statecraft and the evolution of political philosophy in Europe.

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Language
English
Released
2009
Format
Paperback
Pages
148
ISBN13
9781605124742
Series
First published
1532
Original title
Il Principe
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3.7 out of 5
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Exploring the intricacies of power dynamics, this seminal work offers pragmatic advice on acquiring and maintaining authority, diverging from traditional justifications of a ruler's legitimacy. Written for Lorenzo de Medici, it presents a candid examination of morally ambiguous tactics, leading to its contentious reputation. Since its 1532 publication, it has sparked both admiration and outrage, solidifying its status as a crucial text for understanding statecraft and the evolution of political philosophy in Europe.