The Prince: The Strategy of Machiavelli

De: Niccolò Machiavelli

Narrado por: Peter Batchelor

Perhaps one of the most influential and controversial books in history, Machiavelli’s The Prince raises issues that are still debated centuries after its publication. The theories he developed in The Prince were derived from his observation of the successes and failures of the ruling class. The Prince was designed as a practical guide for newly appointed rulers and is required reading for all persons in a position of authority who strive for grandeur in business and politics.

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Gruff narration

Peter Batchelor is a fair reader, however, his voice does not allow for a listening at full speed. Joe Mantegna would be an excellent reader.

Amoral Bedrock

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Altruism may have some genetic root in the human ape but Machiavelli takes us above the jungle floor. He spells out the unwritten laws by which an ape who wants to succeed must think and proceed in the jungle overall. His instruction leaves morality aside, addressing only those practicalities which promote gaining or keeping the upper hand. And avoiding being "liquidated".

been wanting to read

it was a little slow for my liking but it's a mist read I think

The Prince and Princabilities

What would have made The Prince: The Strategy of Machiavelli better?

The book is a good instructional book.. but I got kinda of bored not enough stories to back the laws.

Narrator's voice too deep, difficult to understand

What disappointed you about The Prince: The Strategy of Machiavelli?

The narrator's voice was too deep, made it difficult to understand what he was saying.