The Prince – Niccolò Machiavelli

A seminal work of political philosophy published in 1532 by Niccolò Machiavelli. It offers a pragmatic, and often controversial, guide for rulers, arguing that maintaining power requires prioritizing practicality over morality. 'The Prince' departs from traditional treatises on leadership by advocating strategies like deception and manipulation when necessary to ensure the stability and security of the state.