The Prince

by Niccolò Machiavelli

Language: English

Published: 1532-01-01. 50,027 Words.

Categories: Non-Fiction » Philosophy

Content Rating: Older than 17

A hard-headed primer on power shows how rulers win, hold, and lose states. Drawing lessons from Italy’s wars and ancient Rome, it strips politics to force, fortune, and the fox-and-lion mix of cunning and strength. Mercy, faith, and generosity are weighed as tools, not virtues, while necessity excuses harsh acts. A bracing guide to ambition—and a mirror for any age.