Niccol? Machiavelli
Florentine Statesman, Playwright, and Poet
Rulers, Scholars, and Artists of the Renaissance
Here is a warm, engaging book that gives a vivid account of the life and times of Niccol? Machiavelli, a keen observer of human nature who was one of the first philosophers to "hold up the mirror" reflecting humankind as capable of doing evil or doing good. He was a devoted statesman and patriot. With his primary goal securing his beloved city-states, Machiavelli was constantly in search of ways to be of service to its leaders. Using compelling illustrations and images, this is a comprehensive look into the life of a prolific historian and political philosopher.
