The Political Philosophy of Niccolo Machiavelli

by Filippo Del Lucchese

All 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.

Genres: Philosophy, Politics

216 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2015

Reviews

[Hannah Trower]

Cogent overview of Machiavelli's political writing. Weirdly unnuanced in his descriptions of Cesare Borgia, as if he was some mustache twirling villain. Particularly thorough treatment of how Machiavelli influenced later political thinkers.

[Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart]

If the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy is better than your writing, then forgive me for not recognising the significance of your masterpiece's existence.