Machiavelli»s influence on modern politics and the importance of his thought for the development of modern political ideas has long been universally acknowledged. The Prince has become a key text in Philosophy and Political Theory, one that is widely read and studied. Machiavelli»s most important work is a hugely exciting, yet challenging, piece of philosophical writing.
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Machiavelli»s »The Prince»: A Reader»s Guide, Miguel Vatter offers a clear and thorough account of this key philosophical work. Setting Machiavelli»s text in its historical and philosophical context, the book offers a detailed review of the key themes (epistemological, social, ethical and theological-political) and a lucid commentary that will enable readers to rapidly navigate the text. Geared towards the specific requirements of students who need to reach a sound understanding of the text as a whole, the guide explores the complex and important ideas inherent in the text and provides a cogent survey of the reception and influence of Machiavelli»s work. This is the ideal companion to study this most influential of texts.
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