Machiavelli: His Life and Times

Machiavelli: The Ugly Renaissance is a comprehensive and captivating biography that delves into the life of Niccolò Machiavelli, one of history's most intriguing figures.

This book provides an in-depth look at Machiavelli's personal struggles, professional triumphs, and the world he inhabited during the Renaissance era.

With a focus on uncovering the man behind the myth, Alexander Lee reveals a more sympathetic figure than previously thought, prone to political missteps and personal dramas.

Through vivid descriptions of Florence's great halls, the Borgia pope's court, and even the dungeons of Stinche prison, this biography immerses readers in Machiavelli's world and his work.

With a wealth of scholarship backing it up, Machiavelli: The Ugly Renaissance is an essential read for anyone interested in history, politics, or simply understanding one of the most fascinating figures of all time.