The Prince

Focusing on the practicalities of acquiring and maintaining power, this influential work by Niccolo Machiavelli was originally intended as guidance for Lorenzo de Medici. Its candid exploration of morally questionable tactics has sparked both admiration and condemnation, making it a pivotal text in political philosophy since its 1532 publication. The Prince remains essential for those interested in statecraft and the evolution of European political thought, reflecting the enduring complexities of leadership and governance.