The Prince

"The Prince"

"The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli is a political treatise that advises rulers on gaining and maintaining power. It emphasizes pragmatism over morality, suggesting that the ends justify the means. Key themes include realpolitik, the darker aspects of human nature, and the necessity of deceit and manipulation in governance. The work is foundational in political philosophy and remains influential and controversial.

Author: Niccolò Machiavelli

Pages: 143