The Prince by Niccolò MachiavelliMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
'Machiavellian' is one of those words you hear about in conversation occasionally and may never have really understood beyond the negative connotation. However, if you finally read this book you will wonder why it took you such a long time to read such a monumental piece of literature. This is essential reading for those interested in not just history, politics or leading a country - but for everyone. This book makes you question what you believe is right and wrong - and you might just start finding yourself realising how truly terrifying that is. I couldn't put this book down when I got it - I ended up missing my train station because it was that good I didn't even notice where I was. Machiavelli tells you how a Prince gets the result that is desired without letting the conundrum of hurting others affect achieving that end.
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