False
this included back hand schemes which were used in the political scene (used other parties negatives to help themselves)
No intrigue, just much serious debate and some disagreement, regarding the facts surrounding it - such as when it was carved etc.
A young and innocent martyr sacrrficed on the altar of political intrigue.
Alaska was obtained in an honorable purchase. Hawaii is the story of graft, theft, political intrigue and military force.
Deception, betrayal, and political power plays create a web of intrigue that ensnares the characters in a thrilling mystery.
"The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli is set in Renaissance Italy, specifically in the region of Florence. The book is primarily a political treatise that explores the theories on gaining and maintaining power, and it draws heavily on Machiavelli's observations of political leaders and events of his time. The setting of political turmoil and intrigue in Renaissance Italy provides the backdrop for Machiavelli's pragmatic advice on governance.
Borgia refers to the powerful Italian noble family during the Renaissance, particularly known for their political intrigue and ruthlessness. Machiavelli, on the other hand, was a political philosopher and writer, best known for his work "The Prince," which offers advice on governance and the use of power. While the Borgias were a specific family known for their actions, Machiavelli's work is more broadly applicable to political theory.
The story "The Voter" by Chinua Achebe is set in a village in Nigeria. The narrator describes the village as being in a state of turmoil as individuals and political parties compete for votes during a local election. The setting captures the political intrigue and power dynamics within the village community.
The novel "Topaz" was written by French author Leon Uris, published in 1967. It is a political thriller set during the Cold War and involves espionage and intrigue.
The main character of "Palace of Mirrors" is Cecelia, a young girl who discovers she is the lost princess of a kingdom and is forced to navigate political intrigue and danger in her quest to reclaim her throne.
The Long Night of White Chickens was written by Francisco Goldman. It is a novel that intertwines the story of a Guatemalan woman's murder with themes of love, betrayal, and political intrigue.
The play "Julius Caesar" was written by William Shakespeare. It is a tragedy that explores themes of power, betrayal, and political intrigue.