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Cover of The Prince by Nicolo Machiavelli
Year: 2016
Language: en
Pages: 96
ISBN-13: 9781535015103
Dewey Decimal: 320.1
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The Prince by Nicolo Machiavelli, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on June 30, 2016, is a classic text that delves into the complexities of political power in the western world. This edition spans 96 pages and is presented in English. Machiavelli wrote this work to showcase his understanding of statecraft, offering insights on how a prince can acquire and maintain authority.

Readers will find an exploration of the dynamics of power, including its acquisition, maintenance, and effective use. The book discusses the controversial idea of ruling through force rather than law, rationalizing actions taken to sustain power. As a significant contribution to literary collections on European and Italian political thought, The Prince provides a foundational perspective on the nature of governance and authority.


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It is a classic book that explores the attainment, maintenance, and utilization of political power in the western world. Machiavelli wrote The Prince to demonstrate his skill in the art of the state, presenting advice on how a prince might acquire and hold power. Machiavelli defended the notion of rule by force rather than by law. Accordingly, The Prince seems to rationalize a number of actions done solely to perpetuate power. It is an examination of power-its attainment, development, and successful use.

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Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Year: 2016.
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ISBN-13: 9781535015103.
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Language: en. Pages: 96.

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