The Prince

A new 2014 edition of "The Prince" (original title "Il Principe"), written by Italian XVIth century philosopher, Niccolò Machiavelli, containing observations and instructions on the significance of a rise to power. For nearly half a millennium, Machiavelli's logical and direct analysis of diplomacy, war-craft, and human nature has commanded a wise ruler in all who read it. No collection of political philosophy and history is complete without "The Prince". On the front cover, the original portrait of Italian nobleman, Lorenzo de' Medici, known as "Il Magnifico", whom Machiavelli dedicated his political treaty to.