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Machiavelli, Niccolò

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ISBN 10 : 1834122775 ISBN 13 : 9781834122779

Editeur : Grand Type Classics, 2025

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À propos de l'auteur

Niccolò Machiavelli, an influential Renaissance thinker born in Florence in 1469, is often regarded as the father of modern political philosophy. His career was rooted in the Florentine Republic, where he served as a diplomat, military advisor, and official. During this time, he observed the turbulent politics of Italy and developed a keen understanding of power dynamics, which deeply influenced his later writings.After the Medici family regained power in Florence, Machiavelli was removed from office, arrested, and tortured due to suspicions of conspiracy. It was during his exile that he wrote his most famous work, The Prince, which offers pragmatic advice to rulers on gaining and maintaining power. The work controversially suggests that the ends justify the means, advocating for a realistic, sometimes ruthless approach to leadership.Machiavelli's ideas have left an indelible mark on political thought, with his name even giving rise to the term "Machiavellian," often used to describe cunning and strategic behavior. His writings continue to be studied and debated, offering insights into human behavior, governance, and the complexities of power.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Grand Type Classics
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1834122775
• ISBN 13: 9781834122779
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 260
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