History Of Florence And Of The Affairs Of Italy From The Earliest Times To The Death Of Lorenzo The Magnificent
By:Niccolo Machiavelli Published By:Double9 Books
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History Of Florence And Of The Affairs Of Italy From The Earliest Times To The Death Of Lorenzo The Magnificent
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"History of Florence and of the Affairs of Italy" is a historical account of the political events that happened in Florence and Italy between 1215 and 1492. Niccolo Machiavelli, who is a well-known Italian philosopher, wrote the book. The book is split into eight books and covers a wide range of topics, such as the rise and fall of the Medici family, the wars and conflicts between the different Italian city-states, and the political and social changes that happened during the Renaissance. Readers should look through this amazing collection of ideas to learn about the conflicts that occurred there. "History of Florence and of the Affairs of Italy" is an important historical work that tells us a lot about the political and social history of Italy during the Renaissance. The book is a classic of historical literature because Machiavelli wrote it in an objective way and looked at power and politics.
Niccolo Machiavelli (1469-1527) was an Italian philosopher, writer, and politician. He was born in Florence, Italy, and lived during the height of the Italian Renaissance. Machiavelli is best known for his political treatise, "The Prince," which was published five years after his death. Machiavelli's political philosophy was grounded in the belief that a strong and effective government was essential for the survival and prosperity of a state. He believed that leaders should be willing to use any means necessary to maintain their power and ensure the stability of their government, including deception, manipulation, and violence. Between 1498 until 1512, when the Medici were no longer in charge, he served as secretary to the Second Chancery of the Republic of Florence. Despite his controversial ideas, Machiavelli's works had a significant impact on political thought and philosophy. He is often regarded as one of the founders of modern political science, and his ideas have influenced the thinking of many political leaders and thinkers throughout history. Today, Machiavelli's legacy continues to be debated, with some viewing him as a ruthless advocate of political expediency, while others see him as a champion of effective governance and strong leadership.
