jan 1, 1513 - Machiavelli writes 'The Prince'
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Machiavelli: in The Prince (1513), argued ruler should preserve order/security by whatever means necessary, including brutality, lying, & manipulation, as long as it’s not selfish (stealing, excess cruelty) | "It is much safer for the prince to be feared than loved, but he ought to avoid making himself hated."Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1513
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~ 513 years ago