The Life and Times of Niccolo Machiavelli

Niccolo Machiavelli and His Times is a historical biography written by Pasquale Villari that explores the life and times of Niccolo Machiavelli, a renowned Italian philosopher, politician, and writer. The book provides a detailed account of Machiavelli's life, from his birth in 1469 to his death in 1527, and offers insights into his political and philosophical ideas.Villari's book delves into the political and social context of Machiavelli's era, including the political turmoil of Renaissance Italy, the rise of the Medici family, and the conflicts between the papacy and secular powers. The author also examines the intellectual and cultural milieu of the time, exploring the influence of classical philosophy and humanism on Machiavelli's thought.The book is divided into several sections that cover different aspects of Machiavelli's life and work. It begins with a biographical sketch of Machiavelli's early years, including his education and early career in government. The book then examines Machiavelli's most famous work, The Prince, and analyzes its themes and ideas. It also explores Machiavelli's other works, including his Discourses on Livy and his plays.Throughout the book, Villari provides a nuanced and detailed portrait of Machiavelli, highlighting his strengths and weaknesses as a thinker and a politician. The author also explores the controversies surrounding Machiavelli's ideas, including his reputation as a ruthless and amoral political strategist.Overall, Niccolo Machiavelli and His Times is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a rich understanding of Machiavelli's life and work, as well as the political and cultural context in which he lived.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.