NiccolãÃÃÃÃÃò Machiavelli
1469 - 1527
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Biography
Niccolò Machiavelli was an Italian Renaissance diplomat, philosopher, and writer. He is best known for his political treatise 'The Prince' and his work in political theory. Machiavelli's writings were influential in Western political thought and inspired the term 'Machiavellianism' for the use of cunning and deceit in politics. He served as a diplomat in Florence and experienced political upheavals which greatly influenced his perspective on power and leadership.
Famous Quotes (5)
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It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both.
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The ends justify the means.
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Men judge generally more by the eye than by the hand, because it belongs to everybody to see you, to few to come in touch with you.
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The first method for estimating the intelligence of a ruler is to look at the men he has around him.
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Princes and governments are far more dangerous than other elements within society.