With a mix of both respectable and immoral advice The Prince is a frank analysis on political power. Separated into four sections The Prince is both a guide to obtain power and an explanation on the aspects that affect it. The first section discusses the types of principalities. According to Machiavelli there are four different typeshereditary mixed new and ecclesiastical. While defining each type Machiavelli also discusses the implications of each. Next The Prince identifies types of armies. There are hired armies which Machiavelli himself expressed distrust of loaned troops also known as auxiliaries native or a mix of the three. With intriguing contrasts the next section reveals the most effective behavior and characteristics for a ruler. While it is advised to be stingy over generous cruel over merciful and champions dishonesty over inconvenience The Prince also stresses the importance of being a welllike ruler with an enhanced reputation creating a complex character to portray. Finally to highlight why the aforementioned sections are necessary and accurate the last section of The Prince discusses the political state of 16th century Italy. With examples of both effective and ineffective policies and rulers The Prince provides intriguing philosophical and political discourse as well as a detailed look at the innerworkings of the Italian government during the Renaissance. The Prince by Niccol Machiavelli introduces an unprecedented political analysis creating a fascinating discussion on Renaissance politics while inviting readers to consider the evidence of Machiavellis studies present in modernday government. Machiavellis work has paved the way for and shaped political parties that are still in practice even in a democratic society consequently solidifying The Prince as an everpresent analysis of political science. This edition of Niccol Machiavellis The Prince is presented in a modern font and features a new eyecatching cover design. Providing both a riveting loo