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Machiavelli and The Prince: A Cynical Guide to Power
In this episode of The Story of Italy, Lucas and Luna explore the life and ideas of Niccolò Machiavelli, the Renaissance political thinker whose name became synonymous with cunning and deceit. Born in Florence during the height of Medici power, Machiavelli served as a diplomat and Secretary of the Second Chancery, witnessing the brutal realities of Italian politics. After the Medici return and his torture and exile, he wrote 'The Prince' as a practical guide for rulers, advocating for virtù, decisive action, and the willingness to use cruelty and deception when necessary. This…
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