A new critical introduction to Machiavelli s thought for students of politics and philosophyAll students of Western political thought encounter Niccolo Machiavelli s work Nevertheless his writing continues to puzzle scholars and readers who are uncertain how to deal with the seeming paradoxes they encounter The Political Philosophy of Niccolo Machiavelli is a clear account of Machiavelli s thought major theories and central ideas It critically engages with his work in a new way one not based on the problematic Cambridge school approach Geared towards the specific requirements of students who need to reach a sound understanding of Machiavelli s ideas it is the ideal companion to the study of this influential and challenging philosopher Key FeaturesIntroduces Machiavelli s life and the historical and theoretical context within which he developed his ideasDetailed examinations Machiavelli s most commonly encountered texts including The Prince The Discourses The Florentine Histories and The Art of WarCritically analyses Machiavelli s most important concepts and shows how they continue to reverberate within Western political philosophyPays particular attention to Machiavelli s language and central themes such as Virtue Fortune Conflict History and Religion

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