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Pros
Niccolo machiavelli's the prince is a discourse on political philosophy supported by events in history.
Thank you kindly for spending your valuable time reading what i've written. Its a great treatise to read against the grain. That, for me, makes it a worthwhile read.
Il principe' was written in the period directly after he had been exiled by the medici. It is full of historical references that meant little to me, but the tactical inferences made from them gave a more complete picture of the expression machiavellia... Read More
Ken parks has done an excellent job of translating 'il principe' the introduction is fascinating & informative, and parks' hard work as he undertook translating this edition becomes apparent. This particular edition is ahold translation and easy t... Read More
Cons
I am not sure why it is so incomplete. Perhaps it's just not forme, but i couldn't make heads or tails of it. This statement is a mockery of itself.
Nick denies providence, you say. He is example of those who cannot do teach. The prince’ reeks of contradictions.
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Quality
Most modern readers would not be very familiar with the people and events machiavelli uses to illustrate his points.
I have to say, though, after reading it i am astonished by the arrogance that machiavelli speaks with.
Competitiveness
Recommended book for political leaders and business managers.
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Machiavelli is the most pragmatic author and political writer
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Even in todays climate youll find this book applicable
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The principles and thought of the author can be applied in whatever situation you find yourself dealing with people
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The book is a great work by machiavelli in which he describes use of power by people in power the mistakes and successes of past leaders princes and the reasons behind them
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Enjoyed the historical perspective on ruling power that felt like it could have been written just yesterday
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Some superfluous language which could be shortened
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Its good to know who rulers think and act and how they shouldnt think or act in order to succeed
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If youre a human on planet earth you know damn well if you insultharm someone they will seek revenge
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