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shellydav's review against another edition
5.0
A must read for anyone interested in politics--at the very least, you will understand all the references to Machiavelli!
maddie_is_literate's review against another edition
Its Machiavelli. Need I say more?
kellyrenea's review against another edition
4.0
Book 33 of 2023: The Prince by Machiavelli
Another reread. I first read this in college. I remember thinking Machiavelli was very egotistical in his assumptions of human nature.
After a reread, I have to admit he had a good understanding of human nature. Does that make me disillusioned?
Another reread. I first read this in college. I remember thinking Machiavelli was very egotistical in his assumptions of human nature.
After a reread, I have to admit he had a good understanding of human nature. Does that make me disillusioned?
happylilkt's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 stars
I really like this modern translation by Tim Parks. Fascinating insight into strategy and maneuvering in politics. I'll try to share some of my favorite passages at some point.
I really like this modern translation by Tim Parks. Fascinating insight into strategy and maneuvering in politics. I'll try to share some of my favorite passages at some point.
maytera's review against another edition
4.0
More dimly remembered than I'd like to admit. I remember that it didn't shock me. Machiavelli struck me as basically conscientious, but dealing with the realities of gaining, wielding, and holding power. It is quite possible to be a high-minded Machiavellian or political realist.