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evansmith 's review for:
The Prince
by Niccolò Machiavelli
A refreshing change of pace from more story driven novels, the Prince reflects on human nature and power dynamics. These are interwoven with historical examples, notably recontextualising César Borgia.
Alongside it's well known parameters on how to rule, there is a surprising amount to take away about how to live. These include being present and facing your issues at the earliest possible point, being open to criticism and forming your own opinions, when to take action and not be contained by plans as well as the delicate balance between your peace and need to be challenged to continue learning and growing.
Alongside it's well known parameters on how to rule, there is a surprising amount to take away about how to live. These include being present and facing your issues at the earliest possible point, being open to criticism and forming your own opinions, when to take action and not be contained by plans as well as the delicate balance between your peace and need to be challenged to continue learning and growing.