2007-05-17 15:56:27 · 3 answers · asked by Realist 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ History
Yes, it's quite interesting. Some people admire it and see it as the ultimate 'practical' guide to political leadership, and they admire the way it cuts through ideology to consider what works without morality (hence the term 'Machiavellian').
I am of the other group- revolted by the idea of power without reason, without guidance, without any conception of the greater good.
Considering how politics works today, it is important and illuminating. Should be followed by Hitler's 'Mein Kampf', which in terms of political method is similar and also very modern.
2007-05-17 16:06:48 · answer #1 · answered by llordlloyd 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most definitely!- If you want an understanding of how politicians and ceo's think- read The Prince, if you want to be a politician or ceo-read The Prince.
2007-05-17 23:04:39 · answer #2 · answered by lynn y 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not in the sense that best sellers are considered good reads, but I found it fascinating.
2007-05-17 22:59:57 · answer #3 · answered by Alice K 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋