Machiavelli: Philosophy in an Hour
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Philosophy for busy people. Listen to this succinct account of the philosophy of Machiavelli in just one hour.
NiccolΓ² Machiavelliβs work remains misunderstood β synonymous with wicked scheming and underhand politics β nearly 350 years after his death. His philosophy of statecraft was scientific and highly rational, leaving sentiment, and ultimately morality, to one side. His advice is as relevant to modern politics as it was during the Renaissance β and reflects many profound and disturbing truths about the human condition.
This audiobook is an expert account of Machiavelliβs life and philosophical ideas β entertainingly written and above all easy listening. Also included are selections from Machiavelliβs work, suggested further reading, and chronologies that place Machiavelli in the context of the broader scheme of philosophy.
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Paul Strathern has lectured in philosophy and mathematics and now lives and writes in London. A Somerset Maugham prize winner, he is also the author of books on history and travel as well as five novels. His articles have appeared in a great many publications including the Observer (London) and the Irish Times. His own degree in philosophy was earned at Trinity College, Dublin.
