The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli Summary
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Machiavelli's ruthless 16th-century masterpiece - required reading for power players from Stalin to Tupac Shakur. Once banned by the Catholic Church, "The Prince" reveals the dark psychology of leadership that still shapes modern politics. What uncomfortable truths about power are you avoiding?
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The Ruthless Reality of Power Politics
Power isn't pretty. In 1513, exiled from the Florence he loved, Niccolo Machiavelli penned what would become the most notorious political manual in history. Forget idealistic theories of virtuous leadership-"The Prince" delivers brutal pragmatism about human nature that still resonates five centuries later. Why do nice guys rarely win at the highest levels of power? Because they're playing by imaginary rules while others follow Machiavelli's playbook. His infamous advice that "it is better to be feared than loved" continues sparking debate among philosophers, politicians, and ambitious professionals worldwide. What makes this Renaissance text essential today? It provides a psychological x-ray into how power actually operates versus how we wish it would. Whether navigating corporate politics or understanding world leaders, "The Prince" remains the ultimate insider's guide to the machinery behind thrones.
The Strategic Acquisition and Maintenance of Power
The Self-Made Prince: Virtue, Fortune, and Opportunity
The Strategic Use of Mercy and Cruelty
Strategic Faithlessness and Flexible Virtue
Avoiding Hatred and Contempt: The Twin Dangers
The True Foundations of Enduring Power
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Creado por exalumnos de la Universidad de Columbia en San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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