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Machiavelli: The Patriot Behind The Prince
Niccolò Machiavelli is often remembered as the cynical author of 'The Prince', a manual for ruthless rulers. But that's only half the story. In this episode, we explore Machiavelli's true legacy: a devoted servant of the Florentine Republic, a diplomat who negotiated with popes and princes, and a writer who dreamed of a united Italy. After the Medici returned to power, he was tortured and exiled. In his darkest days, he produced not only 'The Prince' but also the 'Discourses on Livy', a passionate defense of republican self-government. We'll…
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