Machiavelli
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A landmark work in Renaissance scholarship, Machiavelli by Sydney Anglo presents a rigorous and unflinching examination of one of history's most controversial political thinkers. Anglo chronicles the life and intellectual development of Niccolò Machiavelli, the Florentine diplomat and writer whose works — most notably The Prince and Discourses on Livy — forever altered the landscape of political philosophy. With forensic precision, Anglo argues against simplistic readings of Machiavelli as a cynical manipulator, instead illuminating the rich complexity of his thought within the turbulent context of Renaissance Italy. The work details Machiavelli's literary output across his entire career, dissecting his ideas on power, statecraft, fortune, and human nature with scholarly authority. Written with clarity and analytical depth, this biography stands as an essential reference for anyone seeking a thorough and honest understanding of Machiavelli's enduring legacy.
Author: Sydney Anglo
Format: Paperback
Published: 1971, Paladin
Genre: Biography
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good to fair. Paperback. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
A landmark work in Renaissance scholarship, Machiavelli by Sydney Anglo presents a rigorous and unflinching examination of one of history's most controversial political thinkers. Anglo chronicles the life and intellectual development of Niccolò Machiavelli, the Florentine diplomat and writer whose works — most notably The Prince and Discourses on Livy — forever altered the landscape of political philosophy. With forensic precision, Anglo argues against simplistic readings of Machiavelli as a cynical manipulator, instead illuminating the rich complexity of his thought within the turbulent context of Renaissance Italy. The work details Machiavelli's literary output across his entire career, dissecting his ideas on power, statecraft, fortune, and human nature with scholarly authority. Written with clarity and analytical depth, this biography stands as an essential reference for anyone seeking a thorough and honest understanding of Machiavelli's enduring legacy.