The Prince: The Classic Analysis of Statesmanship and Power Paperback – July 1, 2008

An appropriate classic for the Trump/Musk era.

Whether or not you incorporate these ideals of the book you should still know and be aware of them. But this review is on the product only. It arrived on time and undamaged. It is a smaller sized paperback. The print is clear and legible. I did not see any smudging or missing content. The pages are a bit on the pulpy side so not bright white; the off-white is easier on the eyes I think. Overall it was what I was expecting and I enjoyed rereading it after a number of years.

I'm not sure about the folks who say they received a used copy because mine was brand new. I liked the compact paperback format too.

Interesting, but I struggled to get through this book because of the broken up way it was written. I’m sure had I looked at the copy I purchased I would have picked a different copy and it would have made reading it easier for myself, that being said…While written in the early 16th century, “The Prince” is a seminal work on the use and abuse of political power. Power is a complex and multifaceted concept that has intrigued scholars and thinkers for centuries. It can be defined as the ability to influence or control the behavior of others, either through force, persuasion, or other means. Perhaps the most important thing is the way Machiavelli can compel us to reflect on our own priorities and the reasoning behind them; it is this intrusion into our own defenses that makes reading his writings an experience.

Liked everything about the book. It should be included in every 'Psychology 101' course, as the principles still apply today. The author definitely knew what he was talking about. The book arrived in fairly good time, considering the COVID situation.

Some of concepts are different than the norm but in a highly political environment it’s survival

I needed this book for my Philosophy class. It did it's job - obviously. Price when I bought it was fair. Overall - a good purchase experienceWhat I didn't expect is that how intrigued I was with this book - Machiavelli's The Prince. It just made sense!

get the revised edition or one that cuts out all the examples - ( half the book ) You'll recognize some of the last names of modern Italy.