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Year: 2015
Language: en
Pages: 82
ISBN-13: 9781508812586
Dimensions:
Height: 279 mm
Length: 216 mm
Width: 5 mm
Dewey Decimal: 320.1
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The Prince by Nicolo Machiavelli, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on March 10, 2015, is an influential work that explores the foundations of modern political philosophy. This edition spans 82 pages and is presented in English. The book emphasizes the importance of practical truth over abstract ideals, positioning itself in contrast to the prevailing Catholic and scholastic doctrines of its time regarding politics and ethics.

Readers will find that The Prince delves into the complexities of political power and governance, offering insights that challenge traditional views. The text is recognized for its direct approach to political strategy, making it a significant contribution to literature and fiction. This edition invites readers to engage with Machiavelli’s thoughts on the nature of authority and the realities of political life, reflecting the tensions between moral considerations and pragmatic governance.


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The Prince is sometimes claimed to be one of the first works of modern philosophy, especially modern political philosophy, in which the effective truth is taken to be more important than any abstract ideal. It was also in direct conflict with the dominant Catholic and scholastic doctrines of the time concerning how to consider politics and ethics.

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Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Year: 2015.
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ISBN-13: 9781508812586.
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Language: en. Pages: 82.

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