The Prince (Signature Editions)
and The Art of War
Published on 22. January 2026
Book
Hardback
304 pages
978-1-4549-6135-2 (ISBN)
Description
Machiavelli's classic works of political philosophy, now repackaged with a beautifully designed jacket by noted illustrator Malika Favre.
Niccolo Machiavelli's 16th-century political treatise has been controversial and influential for centuries. Written as a guide for new princes and royals, Machiavelli provides a candid and unflinching assessment of the realities of power and politics. The Prince is often considered one of the first works of modern political philosophy. This edition also includes Machiavelli's The Art of War, a work of political theory that examines the role of the military in the lives of everyday citizens.
Niccolo Machiavelli's 16th-century political treatise has been controversial and influential for centuries. Written as a guide for new princes and royals, Machiavelli provides a candid and unflinching assessment of the realities of power and politics. The Prince is often considered one of the first works of modern political philosophy. This edition also includes Machiavelli's The Art of War, a work of political theory that examines the role of the military in the lives of everyday citizens.
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Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Union Square & Co.
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Trade binding
Dimensions
Height: 207 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 27 mm
Weight
438 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4549-6135-2 (9781454961352)
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Niccolo di Bernardo dei Machiavelli (1469-1527) was an author, philosopher, diplomat, and historian who lived during the Italian Renaissance. He is chiefly known for his political treatise The Prince, written around 1513. He is often considered the father of modern political philosophy and political science.