Niccolo Machiavelli

Introduced realism into political theory and thought, replacing "Idealism", a more theoretical judgment of humanity (in art, judgment etc.).

If you saw the entry before this one, you would probably know he didn't make cheese burgers out of silk (what an idiot that guy was)

Niccolo Machiavelli believed that leaders should use any means necessary to maintain power, even if it requires deceit and manipulation. He emphasized the importance of practicality over morality in politics, arguing that strong leadership is necessary to protect the state. Machiavelli's views are often associated with his book "The Prince."

Yes, many of Machiavelli's ideas on power, leadership, and governance are still relevant today. Concepts such as realism in politics, the importance of maintaining power, and the use of manipulation and strategy remain influential in political theory and practice. However, some of his ideas, such as the justification of unethical behavior for political gain, are more controversial and less accepted in contemporary politics.

Just as Rome was the administrative capital and Milan the commercial capital, Florence was the cultural capital of Italy. The Florentines were always susceptible to new ideas and the ruling Medici family were almost all art promoters. But they ruled with an iron will. Sir Lorenzo purposefully made citizens excessively indulge in shows and festivals so that when they fully forgot their political power he shall become the dictator. The famous Dominican friar Savo Narola made this clear to the people through his preachings for which he was burnt at the stake. So it is clear that a streak of clear political thought coexisted with the confused renaissance convictions of the Sixteenth century Florence and Italy. Niccolo Machiavelli's book The Prince expounded the theory of how an able administrator could be created. It was his Utopia and his model, which gave rise to new thoughts on the line of political administration which are relevant even today.

It is illegal and unethical to fake your own death. It can cause severe emotional distress to your loved ones, lead to legal consequences, and damage your reputation. It is always best to address any issues or problems directly rather than resorting to deception.

To answer your question with as few words as possible, "ATTITUDE" The way you approach your work, your day, your co-workers, your boss. is made either stronger or weaker by the attitude you hold in the way you walk, talk, look, dress and act. Those five characteristics, rolled into one state of mind, determines, more than anything else, an individual's success in ANY work situation.

Machiavelli wrote a book entitled The Prince. In it he described how amoral rulers could increase their holdings through war and intrigue. He explained how to determine when it was safe to go to war and when it was not. A number of people considered it shocking that anyone would write anything like that. It became a best seller.

MNicolo Machiavellei wrote "Il Principe" (the Prince) in 1513 as a treatise for a noble friend of his.

It was published as a book in 1532, five years after his death.

He was a man who really believed that the skills of an individual determined ones state of success due to that method that many followed after doctrines produced were excellently exposed and you can say that it played a big impact on the prinicples of warefar and diplomacy

"Machiavelli's The Prince is considered an example of humanist art because it embodies the humanist ideals of focusing on the individual, using reason to understand politics, and advocating for self-empowerment. It emphasizes human agency and the importance of individual leadership over blind adherence to tradition or fate."

Machiavelli's book "The Prince" introduced the concept of realism in political thought, which influenced American political thinkers like James Madison and Alexander Hamilton. His ideas of power, leadership, and the importance of stability have had a lasting impact on the development of American government, particularly in the design of checks and balances and the understanding of political power dynamics.

Machiavelli believes that a sense of obligation is not enough to keep men loyal because people can easily break obligations if it benefits them or if they see an opportunity for self-interest. He argues that fear of punishment or hope of reward are more effective motivators for loyalty and obedience.

Niccolo Machiavelli was born on May 3, 1469, in Florence, Italy.

Machiavelli's work "The Prince" is a political treatise that examines the qualities of effective leadership, emphasizing the importance of pragmatic decision-making rather than moral considerations. Thus, whether he was a "good" prince would depend on one's interpretation of effectiveness in governance either based on morality or political success.

the book the prince

The main subject of Niccolo Machiavelli's book "The Prince" is political theory and advice for rulers on how to maintain power and govern effectively. Machiavelli emphasizes the use of deceit, manipulation, and ruthlessness when necessary to achieve political goals.

Niccolo Machiavelli was an Italian Renaissance philosopher and poet who lived from 1469 - 1527. His namesake spawned the psychology term Machiavellianism. Someone afflicted by Machiavellianism thrives on the manipulation of others. This term stems from Machiavelli's belief that all men are inherently bad and will act upon their badness if given the opportunity.

Niccolo Machiavelli is best know for a book he wrote entitled "The Prince." It is examined as a political treatise from a time when there were many princes ruling their own regions of a greater nation, each vying for their own chance to rule the whole. The book is infamous for his very cold, callous and ruthless approach toward dealing with the rival princes surrounding him.

i believe the major thesis was that any ruler who wishes to retain absolute control of his territory must use, not only wisdom and skill, but cunning and ruthlessness through fear rather than love.

According to Machiavelli, a ruler should be feared rather than loved by his subjects in order to maintain power. He should be cunning, decisive, and willing to engage in deceit and manipulation to achieve his goals. It is important for a ruler to prioritize the stability and success of the state above all else.

According to Machiavelli, a prince gains renown through his actions, such as successful military conquests, wise governance, and the ability to manipulate public opinion. The effects of gaining renown include increased power, loyalty from subjects, and deterrence of potential adversaries, leading to a more stable rule for the prince.

He entered the service of the Florentine republic in 1498, four years after the Medici family had been expelled from the city. He was a secretary to the Florentine Council of Ten and made numerous diplomatic missions, including trips to France and Germany.

In 1512, French defeat and Spanish victory led to the reestablishment of Medici power in Florence. Staunch republicans, including Machiavelli, were sent into exile. He was forced to give up politics (something he loved) and began to reflect on political power and wrote books, including "The Prince (1513)," one of the most famous treatises on political power in the western world. Machiavelli's ideas on politics stemmed from his preoccupation with Italy's political problems and his knowledge of ancient Rome. His major concerns in "the prince" were the acquisition and expansion of political power as the means to restore and maintain order in his time. From Machiavelli's point of view, a prince's attitude toward power must be based on an understanding of human nature, which he perceived as basically self-centered: "For of men one can, in general say this: They are ungrateful, fickle, deceptive and deceiving, avoiders of danger, eager to gain." Political activity, therefore, could not be restricted by moral considerations. The prince acts on behalf of the state and for the sake of the state must be willing to let his conscience sleep.

Machiavelli was among the first to abandon morality as the basis for the analysis of political activity.

I'm sure he had more than one, but a popular one is, "The ends justifies the means", which basically means you can go to any lengths to get what you want (like torture and deception) and you shouldn't be ashamed for it, because once people see the results your brutality produces they'll praise you for it. This goes along with a quote from Boccaccio that Machiavelli strongly believes in, "It is better to act and to regret it than not to act and regret it."

Niccolo Machiavelli was born on May 3, 1469 in Florence, Italy. Machiavelli was a political philosopher and diplomat during the Renaissance, and is most famous for his political treatise, the prince. (1513), that has become a cornerstone of modern political philosophy.

Realpolitik, like Machiavelli's ideas, emphasizes the importance of practicality and effectiveness in statecraft. Both concepts acknowledge the necessity of making decisions based on power dynamics and self-interest rather than moral or ethical considerations. Realpolitik, however, is a broader approach that encompasses a range of political strategies beyond just those proposed by Machiavelli.