Machiavelli: Selected Political Writings: The Prince, Selections from 'The Disco

Description: Machiavelli: Selected Political Writings by Niccolo Machiavelli, David Wootton Here are The Prince and the most important Discourses, newly translated into spare, vivid English by one of the most gifted historians of his generation. Why a new translation? "Machiavelli was never the dull, worthy, pedantic author who appears in the pages of other translations", says David Wootton in his Introduction. "In the pages that follow I have done my best to let him speak in his own voice." (And indeed, Woottons Machiavelli literally does so when the occasion demands: Renderings of that most problematic of words, virtu, are in each instance followed by the Italian). Notes, a map, and an altogether remarkable Introduction, no less authoritative for being grippingly readable, help make this edition an ideal first encounter with Machiavelli for any student of history and political theory. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Here are The Prince and the most important of the Discourses newly translated into spare, vivid English. Why a new translation? Machiavelli was never the dull, worthy, pedantic author who appears in the pages of other translations, says David Wootton in his Introduction. In the pages that follow I have done my best to let him speak in his own voice. (And indeed, Woottons Machiavelli does just that when the occasion demands: renderings of that most problematic of words, virtu, are in each instance followed by the Italian). Notes, a map, and an altogether remarkable Introduction no less authoritative for being grippingly readable, help make this edition an ideal first encounter with Machiavelli for any student of history and political theory. Author Biography Machiavelli; Edited and Translated by David Wootton Review Woottons Introduction is an excellent piece of work that offers both scholars and students a valuable guide to Machiavellis texts. --Maurizio Viroli, Princeton UniversityThis text is perfect for providing in a single text a balanced presentation of Machiavellis work. This works excellently in countering general perceptions of a more severe Machiavelli by those familiar only with The Prince. The selections from the Discourses are well chosen. --Brian Caza, Georgetown CollegeThe Introduction is vibrant, comprehensive and persuasive. Manages to address the needs of undergraduates while constituting an original contribution to contemporary scholarship. Bravo! --Alan Houston, University of California, San Diego Long Description Here are The Prince and the most important of the Discourses newly translated into spare, vivid English. Why a new translation? Machiavelli was never the dull, worthy, pedantic author who appears in the pages of other translations, says David Wootton in his Introduction. In the pages that follow I have done my best to let him speak in his own voice. (And indeed, Woottons Machiavelli does just that when the occasion demands: renderings of that most problematic of words, virtu, are in each instance followed by the Italian). Notes, a map, and an altogether remarkable Introduction no less authoritative for being grippingly readable, help make this edition an ideal first encounter with Machiavelli for any student of history and political theory. Review Quote Woottons Introduction is an excellent piece of work that offers both scholars and students a valuable guide to Machiavellis texts. --Maurizio Viroli, Princeton University Details ISBN087220247X Publisher Hackett Publishing Co, Inc Year 1994 Translator David Wooton ISBN-10 087220247X ISBN-13 9780872202474 Format Paperback Imprint Hackett Publishing Co, Inc Place of Publication Cambridge, MA Country of Publication United States Translated from Italian Author David Wootton Media Book Birth 1469 Death 1527 Subtitle The Prince, Selections from The Discourses, Letter to Vettori Short Title SEL POLITICAL WRITINGS Language English Pages 272 Publication Date 1994-10-01 DEWEY 320.092 Series Hackett Classics DOI 10.1604/9780872202474 UK Release Date 1994-10-01 NZ Release Date 1994-10-01 US Release Date 1994-10-01 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education AU Release Date 1994-09-30 Alternative 9780872202481 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:1184831;

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