The Prince

Written by Niccolò Machiavelli

Published by Public Domain

Genre: Political Philosophy

Audience: Students of political theory, historians, and general readers interested in governance

Tone: Pragmatic

In *The Prince*, Niccolò Machiavelli presents a pragmatic guide to political leadership, exploring the complexities of power, the balance between virtue and vice, and the necessity of military readiness, all while drawing on historical examples to illustrate his insights.