I read The Prince once years back and had trouble finding the clear amorality that has been spoken of. But I should read it again, to be fair and current in my knowledge. Some might say it was immoral. But I more read it as thesis for what Niccolo believed to be practical behavior based on his understanding of history, albeit with some distortions, as I understand it. Still, I believe he did also advice Princes against being unfair to his subjects, and unduly cruel. Granted, that might not have been said out of genuine concern, but if it was there, it could somewhat, at least, contradict the notion that Machiavelli was unconcerned with harm and consequences so long as an end is met.
What do you think?
2006-08-09
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