Niccolo Machiavelli Florentine Statesman, Playwright, and Poet |
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| Author:
| Ford, Nick |
| Series title: | Rulers, Scholars, and Artists of the Renaissance Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4042-0316-7 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2004 |
| Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $39.80 |
Book Description:
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Here is a warm, engaging book that gives a vivid account of the life and times of Niccolò Machiavelli, a keen observer of human nature who was one of the first philosophers to "hold up the mirror" reflecting humankind as capable of doing evil or doing good. He was a devoted statesman and patriot. With his primary goal securing his beloved city-states, Machiavelli was constantly in search of ways to be of service to its leaders. Using compelling illustrations and images, this is a...
More DescriptionHere is a warm, engaging book that gives a vivid account of the life and times of Niccolò Machiavelli, a keen observer of human nature who was one of the first philosophers to "hold up the mirror" reflecting humankind as capable of doing evil or doing good. He was a devoted statesman and patriot. With his primary goal securing his beloved city-states, Machiavelli was constantly in search of ways to be of service to its leaders. Using compelling illustrations and images, this is a comprehensive look into the life of a prolific historian and political philosopher.