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The Prince
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LENGTH3 hrs and 16 mins
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RELEASE DATE11-13-06
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Program TypeAudiobook
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Publisher's Summary
When, in 1512, Machiavelli was removed from his post in his beloved Florence, he resolved to set down a treatise on leadership that was practical, not idealistic. The prince he envisioned would be unencumbered by ordinary ethical and moral values. Through the years, The Prince has been misunderstood to the extent that Machiavelli's name has become synonymous with unscrupulous political behavior. However, it remains essential reading as the ultimate book on power politics. Included are selections from Machiavelli's Discourses upon the First Ten Books of Titus Livy.
(P)2005 Blackstone Audio Inc.
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Richard Fair Lawn, NJ, United States 05-14-12 Member Since 2012- HELPFUL VOTES
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"Wow"
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?While The Prince is on a par with Sun Tsu's "Art of War", it should be read as much for its history lesson as its business and leadership insights. It's relatively short, and for much of the first half I didn't appreciate how profound it was. In fact, it's really the sort of book that you think more about it after you've finished it than while being read.
Any additional comments?Understand that the lessons from the Prince are indirect, as they're reflective of the time in which they were written. But Machiavelli's unvarnished observations about what the result of certain actions in the context of that time are an inspiration to evaluate our current time without the bias of political correctness or custom, but to be analytical about action and impact.
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James DUBLIN, TX, United States 09-03-11 Member Since 2010Hobby: Jumping on his bed while licking the bottom of one foot. Has persisted in this life affirming act despite interference from the head nurse.
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"A Good Buy"
This is an excellent version of the work. It is narrated slowly, clearly, and engagingly enough that there is no trouble following Machiavelli's thoughts. It is sold for less than some of other versions, and is therefore a good buy. My only criticism is that some Latin quotes used by Machiavelli are not translated.
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