“The Prince” author revealed

A question I’ve never followed up on: just who was Macchiavelli and how was it his name came to describe political tactics the Western world has judged deplorable?

Well, thanks to a link from Making Light, I have a much better idea. This is part one of a story about Macchiavelli but also about his city of Florence, his attempts to keep it safe from conquerors, and his life and times. It’s beautifully told and a compelling story to boot. Take five minutes and read it.

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  1. Thanks for this. I had it on my list, due to Patrick’s recommendation, but your second moved it to the top. Great read!

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