Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought: Machiavelli: The Prince (Paperback)

from gottfried_leibniz

This is an interesting book on Political Philosophy, I think it falls under Realism. Machiavelli doesn't want to systematize but simply shares from his experience.As I kept reading the book, I had ...

from charlie68

Very gritty, earthy book on the means of gaining and holding power. Deals with humans as they are as the introduction points out. A lot of the points made in the book are in use in todays politics ...

from CorroDonk

Looking to make a rise to power? Interested in the many ways to maintain a small province? Planning on conquering a neighboring city and winning the hearts of the people? The Prince is for you. By ...

from MrsLee

I read this because it is one of those books everyone says should be read. It wasn't terribly long, the translation was easily understandable and I thought I would give it a try. What surprised me,...

from IreneF

Other people have reviewed The Prince's content. I gave this book four stars; I would have given it five if the translation were better. This edition (Dover Thrift) is certainly economical, but the...