Essay on Machiavelli


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In this pioneering work on Machiavelli's philosophy, Macaulay has presented his ideals in a new light. Elucidating on the background that led to his political approach, he has given a completely new outlook to Machiavellian thought. Fascinating and thought-provoking!




The Centre of Unity


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Geschichten Der Romanischen Und Germanischen Völker Von 1494 Bis 1535


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This historical work explores the history of the Romanic and Germanic peoples from 1494-1535, focusing on political, cultural, and religious developments in Europe during this time. With meticulous attention to detail and a keen analytical eye, Leopold von Ranke offers a fascinating window into a pivotal period in European history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.




Frederic the Great


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Life of Castruccio Castrani [i.e. Castracani]


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Set amid the ferment and factionalism of early modern Italy, Life of Castruccio Castracani is a vivid and action-packed account of the rise and fall of a very "Machiavellian" prince. A charismatic warlord of the early 14th century, Castruccio Castracani came from humble beginnings as a foundling, and ended his life as ruler of Lucca, Pisa, Pistoia, and Florence. In this Life, Machiavelli extols Castracani for his acute understanding of the politics of warfare and statecraft, and while sparing no detail of his shrewd and often bloody tactics, he overturns our moral prejudice, depicting Castracani as a popular unifying force. Life of Castruccio Castracani is accompanied by selected passages from Machiavelli’s Florentine Histories to give a powerful, rounded portrait of the abandoned child who rose to become the most powerful man in Tuscany. Niccolò Machiavelli was a prominent Florentine politician and writer, whose greatest work, The Prince, has ensured his lasting fame.




The Collected Works


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