Considered the 'Koran of the courtiers', The Prince inspired Mussolini, and served Henry VIII, Thomas Cromwell and Carlos V. It is therefore a book that has impressed Monarchs, Emperors, Dictators and a Lord Protector. It has also been denounced as the work of the Devil and Old Nick's book has been read by Catholics and Protestants alike, with both religious factions believing it the work of the other. Written to impress the ruling Medici, it has become the most famous job application letter in history. Machiavelli's ...
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Considered the 'Koran of the courtiers', The Prince inspired Mussolini, and served Henry VIII, Thomas Cromwell and Carlos V. It is therefore a book that has impressed Monarchs, Emperors, Dictators and a Lord Protector. It has also been denounced as the work of the Devil and Old Nick's book has been read by Catholics and Protestants alike, with both religious factions believing it the work of the other. Written to impress the ruling Medici, it has become the most famous job application letter in history. Machiavelli's revolutionary work broke with the past by daring to say what scholars had only previously thought. But what was his radically divisive message that has spawned passionate detractors and supporters? While his work gave us the maxim 'the end justifies the means' and the allegory of the fox and the lion, his deceptively simple language has given way to a complex debate that rages to this day. This striking edition then, uniquely offers an extensive foreword outlining the legacy and far-reaching impact of Machiavelli's politically dangerous book. "One of literature's most notorious and misread books." Mark Colenutt
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Add this copy of The Prince to cart. $21.32, new condition, Sold by Revaluation Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Exeter, DEVON, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2013 by Createspace Independent Pub.
The Chartwell Books 2014 hard cover printing of the famed classic is a work of art in itself. From the cover lllustration, to the unique binding to the design of the pages themselves, this edition is superb and a wonderful collection to any library. I bought this as a gift but will be buying another one as well as one for myself.
Patrick T
Mar 21, 2013
Everyone should read this book, loved it. Received in great condition and on time.
Neville
Sep 12, 2008
The Prince
This book, is better read, rather than listened too. I won't be recommeding this audiobook to anyone. Read it first.