The Prince

About this book

The Prince is one of the most influential books ever written. Published posthumously in 1532 Machiavellis treatise on the manipulation and exercise of power advocated a ruthless realpolitik sparking a debate about the morality of statesmanship that is still very much alive today. His shrewd and insightful text presents strategies that some of historys greatest - and most infamous - rulers have borrowed to achieve their goals.This beautiful illustrated edition contains an essay on how Machiavellis pragmatic philosophy can be applied to achieve success in the cutthroat world of modern business.