Well, in case anyone is wondering, Niccolò Machiavelli’s [b:The Prince|28862|The Prince|Niccolò Machiavelli|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1390055828l/28862._SY75_.jpg|1335445] is indeed pretty Machiavellian. I would argue that this volume offers great advice on matters of conquest, and god-awful advice on matters of rule. Comparatively, I would say Sun Tzu’s [b:The Art of War|10534|The Art of War|Sun Tzu|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1453417993l/10534._SY75_.jpg|3200649] is a better volume. Though what sets Machiavelli apart and core to his underlying philosophy is the importance of being in control in all interpersonal relationships. Also, be Italian, of course.

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