Machiavelli's the Prince

Machiavelli's The Prince is probably the most notorious book in the history of Western thought. Open the newspaper today and you will still find 'Machiavellian' used as a term of strangely admiring abuse. Was Machiavelli's book a corrupt and cynical guide for ruthless leaders and politicians? Or is there a more subtle wisdom to be learnt from this masterpiece of Renaissance argument? This Beginner's Guide gives you the chance to make up your own mind about one of the true classics of political theory.