The Prince

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The Prince

Author Name: Nicolo Machiavelli | Format: Paperback | Genre : Literature & Fiction | Other Details

The Prince or De Principatibus is one of the earliest books on Political Philosophy, and it was written by medieval Italian political theorist and diplomat Niccolo Machiavelli. The book’s influence and impact led to the creation of the word ‘Machiavellian’ which means a set of political traits corresponding to the philosophy discussed in the book. Although it was published 1532, five years after Machiavelli’s death, the book was immensely popular as it challenged power structures of the Catholic Church prevalent during the time. The ethics in politics and emphasis on effectual truth instead of abstract moral ideals have made the book a topic of debate for centuries to this day.

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Nicolo Machiavelli

Niccolo Machiavelli (1469-1527) was an Italian diplomat, historian, politician, humanist, philosopher, writer, playwright and poet of the 16th century. While he served as a senior official in the Florentine Republic, he wrote numerous plays, carnival songs, comedies and poetry and he is also known for his articulate correspondence he shared with the intellectuals of his time. His book, The Prince, which is one of the first is political philosophy and political science, is one of the most widely read books of all time. The book’s popularity led to the creation of the pejorative Machiavellian, which is used to describe ruthless politicians. While some researches and scholars have thought Machiavellian principles to be pragmatic, others claimed that the book’s recommendations helped tyrants to be in power.