Niccolo Machiavelli (may 3, 1469 – jun 21, 1527)
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Niccolo Machiavelli was an Italian humanist. He wrote The Prince, which emphasized the importance of staying in power. He argued "it is safer for the prince to be feared than loved, but he ought to avoid making himself hated." It is often seen as the first modern guide to politics, although it did received criticism.Added to timeline:
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may 3, 1469
jun 21, 1527
~ 58 years