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Unflinching examination of power's pragmatic realities.

If you're someone who appreciates not just history but the darker undertones of political strategy, "The Prince" might just resonate with you. It's a no-nonsense guide that delves deep into the machinations of power and governance, stripped of idealistic gloss. The Oxford World's Classics edition promises a depth of scholarship and clarity that could enrich your understanding of Machiavelli's impactful treatise. Whether you're a student of politics, philosophy, or are simply intrigued by the often murky waters of leadership, this translation, accompanied by valuable notes and insights, could serve as a remarkable and thought-provoking companion.

  • National Book Award Finalist for Translation (1978)
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The Prince

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ISBN: 9780199535699
Date of Publication: 2008-05-15
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Politics, Philosophy
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When Machiavelli's brief treatise on Renaissance statecraft and princely power was posthumously published in 1532, it generated a debate that has raged unabated until the present day. Based upon Machiavelli's first-hand experience as an emissary of the Florentine Republic to the courts of Europe, The Prince analyses the usually violent means by which men seize, retain, and lose political power. Machiavelli added a dimension of incisive realism to one of the major philosophical and political issues of his time, especially the relationship between public deeds and private morality. His book provides a remarkably uncompromising picture of the true nature of power, no matter in what era or by whom it is exercised. This fluent new translation is accompanied by an introduction that considers the true purpose of The Prince and dispels some of the myths associated with it. It has the most comprehensive explanatory and critical notes found in any currently available English translation and the most comprehensive bibliography in any edition of the work. It also contains a helpful Glossary of Proper Names, an Index and a map.
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Unflinching examination of power's pragmatic realities.

If you're someone who appreciates not just history but the darker undertones of political strategy, "The Prince" might just resonate with you. It's a no-nonsense guide that delves deep into the machinations of power and governance, stripped of idealistic gloss. The Oxford World's Classics edition promises a depth of scholarship and clarity that could enrich your understanding of Machiavelli's impactful treatise. Whether you're a student of politics, philosophy, or are simply intrigued by the often murky waters of leadership, this translation, accompanied by valuable notes and insights, could serve as a remarkable and thought-provoking companion.

  • National Book Award Finalist for Translation (1978)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.