| Author |
Machiavelli, Niccolò, 1469-1527 |
| Translator |
Marriott, W. K. (William Kenaz), -1927 |
| Uniform Title |
Il Principe. English
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| Title |
The Prince
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The Prince -- 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 -- The life of Castruccio Castracani of Lucca.
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| Credits |
John Bickers, David Widger and Others
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| Summary |
"The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli is a political treatise written during the early 16th century. This influential work explores the nature of power and governance, offering pragmatic advice to rulers on how to maintain control of their principalities. Machiavelli addresses various types of principalities, their acquisition, and the methods necessary for governing them effectively, inviting readers to navigate the complexities of political leadership with a sense of realism. At the start of "The Prince," Machiavelli introduces the concept of principalities, categorizing them into hereditary and new, and discusses the varied challenges each type presents. He reflects on historical examples to illustrate his points, asserting that new rulers often face difficulties in gaining the loyalty of their subjects. Moreover, he emphasizes the necessity for rulers to understand the importance of adapting their governance strategies based on the specific nature of their states and the expectations of their citizens. This opening sets the stage for the detailed analysis and practical strategies that will follow throughout the work, establishing a foundation for Machiavelli’s reputation as one of the founders of modern political science. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
JC: Political science: Political theory
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| Subject |
State, The -- Early works to 1800
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| Subject |
Political science -- Philosophy -- Early works to 1800
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| Subject |
Political ethics -- Early works to 1800
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
1232 |
| Release Date |
Feb 11, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jul 1, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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