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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 320.10924 EAN: 9780140150926 ISBN: 0140150927 Label: Penguin (Non-Classics) Manufacturer: Penguin (Non-Classics) Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 576 Publication Date: January 25, 1979 Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics) Studio: Penguin (Non-Classics) Sales Rank: 32275 Related Items:
Editorial Review: Product Description: Edited and translated by Peter Bondanella and Mark Musa, "The Portable Machiavelli" not only gives the casual reader a chance to read different personal and professional works of Machiavelli, but also strives to do away with many of the myths that have plagued the man's posthumous fame. For example, the famous 'the ends justifies the means' quote is actually a gross exaggeration of what Machiavelli originally wrote, which was 'in the actions of all men...when there is no impartial arbiter, one must consider the final result'.The biggest counterargument Bondanella and Musa can supply is the simple fact that they include a less famous piece Machiavelli did called "The Discourses". This piece is often not mentioned or even casually footnoted because it presents the true Machiavelli - a man who was supportive of a Republic government run by the citizens. Any one who believes Machiavelli is a supporter of despots will be surprised to read him speaking in support for fair and public trials and a balance of power between rulers and their people. Average Rating:
 Rating: - Required Reading for PoliticosPure and simple. If you have any interest in the game of politics, and haven't read Machiavelli, you absolutely must read this book. The Portable Machiavelli contains "The Prince", and a collection of private letters written by Niccolo Machiavelli. Read it, learn it, apply it. Rating: - A useful collection of Machiavelli's writingsA useful compendium of Machiavelli's works that reveals a breadth of views not typically ascribed to Machiavelli; yes, we have The Prince, but we also have his Discourses, and even The Mandrake Root. Reading the dedication to the Prince and following it up immediately with the dedication to the Discourses will show you either how Machiavellian Machiavelli was, or, more optimistically, how much one can change as one progresses through his years. Rating: - MachiavelliIn a few words: This is a thick, but fascinating example of Machiavelli. In quite a few words: "The Portable" series is generally used to combine the most important works of an author and present them to the public at comfortable, convenient prices for comfortable, convenient books. With Machiavelli, however, the most famous work is rather thin - a small slice out of this thick, well-packed book. Yes, the most incredible "The Prince" is here, tucked ... Read More Rating: - A Wonderful BookHere it is, Machiavelli's work in its sinister glory for all to behold. The truth of man's corruption and dishonesty is exposed for all the world to see. The wise Florentine is not to be blamed and scandalised for lifting the veil on the cesspool of politics, religion and royalty. No, he is to be congratulated for summarising the dastardly deeds committed by Popes, Princes, Kings and Emperors. Without Machiavelli to set us right, some of us may believe politics is a noble profession. ... Read More Rating: - In the name of IranMachiavelli was only political philosopher who introduced political doctrines to a ruler. He had a famouse statement: a prince must have qualities of two beasts, a fox to identify deception and a lion in order to engage confrantion with a enemy. Browse for similar items by category:
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