Uncover the true nature of power in this uncompromising classic by Niccolò Machiavelli. Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library, a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket-sized classics with gold-foiled edges and ribbon markers.These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover.This edition features an afterword by Oliver Francis. Drawing on examples from the ancient Greeks and Romans and from Machiavelli's contemporaries, The Prince offers advice on how a ruler should preserve his power, conduct warfare, and maintain his reputation.Machiavelli not only influenced many of the great statesmen of his age, but was also one of the founding fathers of modern political thought.Written in 1513 and published in 1532, The Prince remains one of the most famous and influential works of political philosophy, offering timeless insights into leadership and the dynamics of power.