The Machiavelli, Niccolò 1469-1527 creator Ricci, Luigi 1842-1915 text utu 2018 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli is a political treatise written in 1513. Designed as an instruction guide for new rulers, it boldly argues that immoral acts may sometimes be necessary to achieve political power and glory. Written in Italian rather than Latin, this controversial work breaks from traditional advice literature by focusing on practical effectiveness over abstract ideals. Its unflinching examination of power and leadership challenged the dominant Catholic doctrines of its time and gave birth to the term "Machiavellian." (This is an automatically generated summary.) Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Prince Release date is 2018-04-23 Marc D’Hooghe Original publication data not identified State, The -- Early works to 1800 Political science -- Philosophy -- Early works to 1800 Political ethics -- Early works to 1800 JC Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57037 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57037 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134320.0 57037