'The Prince' by Niccolo Machiavelli is a classic political treatise that offers advice on how a ruler can gain and maintain power. The book is known for its straightforward and practical approach to statecraft, providing insights into the art of governing with a focus on war, institutions, and discipline. Machiavelli's writing style is described as clear, concise, and pragmatic, offering a coldly pragmatic look at power play and its tools. The book is considered both fascinating and frustrating, with examples that explain his ideas far better than the parts where he actually explains his ideas.
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It was Niccolò Machiavelli who essentially removed ethics from government. He did it with this book, when he asserted that The Prince (president, dictator, prime minister, etc.) does not have to be concerned with ethics, as long as their motivation is to protect the state. It is this questionable belief that in many ways had lead to the modern world as we know it. His assertion was that the head of state must protect the state no matter the cost and no matter what rules he or she breaks in the process. If you want to understand modern politics you must read this book.
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Second classic of the year and the second one to get 2 stars. Might not be in a "classic mood" just yet. It was a short novel but I still have no clue what I've read. Wasn't able to focus or get invested in it enough to care much about it. Didn't find the writing to be very enjoyable and overall the story did not stick. Maybe I need to try some other time
Ahora me siento preparado para cuando sea mayor y me convierta en principe de una ciudad-estado italiana.
Maquiavelo no se corta un pelo y dice lo que todos pensamos que una persona con poder piensa pero no nos lo confesamos a nosotros mismos.
Es mejor que te amen o que te teman? Maquiavelo dice: que te teman
Hay que ser religioso? Maquiavelo dice: hay que aparentar ser religioso y piadoso pero pasarse la religion por la piedra cuando la ocasion lo requiera
Cuando se conquista una ciudad? Hay que matar a toda la familia del principe anterior.
Mercenarios? Nunca. Ten tu propias fuerzas.
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No tiene perdida, sobre todo por el gran impacto en tanta gente a lo largo de la historia.
Machiavelli's "The Prince" is a treatise that provides insights into the acquisition and preservation of political power. Machiavelli the author emphasizes the importance of effective leadership and practicality in governance from his point of view with examples of success in his current 16th century time. The text presents a pragmatic view of politics, focusing on the realities of power dynamics. Machiavelli advises rulers to be flexible, willing to adapt their actions to the circumstances. The Prince highlights the need for leaders to balance virtuous qualities with the ability to make tough decisions.
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Niccolò Machiavelli (1469-1527) was a Florentine statesman who was later forced out of public life. He then devoted himself to studying and writing political philosophy, history, fiction, and drama.
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