by Niccolò Machiavelli · tapa blanda · ISBN 9780486272740
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The Prince is a 16th-century political treatise by Italian diplomat and political theorist Niccolò Machiavelli. Since its publication, The Prince has been a subject of controversy and debate. Some consider it a realistic guide to political leadership, while others condemn it for its advocacy of deceit and manipulation. The book explores the acquisition, maintenance, and use of political power in monarchies and principalities. Machiavelli argues that the end justifies the means and that rulers must be willing to use deception, manipulation, and even violence to maintain their power. He also emphasizes the importance of stability and order, even if it means sacrificing morality or justice.
Niccolò di Bernardo dei Machiavelli was a Florentine diplomat, author, philosopher, and historian who lived during the Italian Renaissance. He is best known for his political treatise The Prince, written around 1513 but not published until 1532, five years after his death. He has often been called the father of modern political philosophy and political science.
