The Works of Nicholas Machiavel, Secretary of State to the Republic of Florence, Vol. 2 of 4: Translated From the Originals; Illustrated With Notes, ... New Plans on the Art of War (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Nicholas Machiavel

 
9781334387593: The Works of Nicholas Machiavel, Secretary of State to the Republic of Florence, Vol. 2 of 4: Translated From the Originals; Illustrated With Notes, ... New Plans on the Art of War (Classic Reprint)

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This book is the second volume of the Florentine Histories, written by the famous Niccolò Machiavelli. The work explores the complexities of 15th-century Florence, Italy, traversing two decades of the city's political machinations and social strife. Based on his intimate knowledge of the republic, Machiavelli traces the rise and fall of the Medici family, analyzing the power dynamics, shifting alliances, and popular unrest that shaped the era. The author draws upon his own experiences in government and philosophy to provide a unique and insightful perspective on the challenges and consequences of political ambition. He astutely examines the interplay between public and private interests, highlighting the fragility of republican ideals in the face of personal and familial aspirations for power. Ultimately, this book offers profound insights into the nature of politics, the complexities of human nature, and the enduring struggle between liberty and tyranny.

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ISBN 10:  0656329319 ISBN 13:  9780656329311
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2019
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