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 Machiavelli held various government positions in Florence, including secretary to the Second Chancery, which exposed him to the intricacies of statecraft.[([[https://www.researchgate.net/publication/41199469_Machiavelli_marketing_and_management|researchgate]])]
+===== 2nd Chancellor =====
+In 1498, Machiavelli was appointed as the second chancellor and secretary of the Republic of Florence.[([[https://www.panmacmillan.com/authors/niccolo-machiavelli/20848|panmacmillan]])]
+===== Diplomatic =====
+He was known for his diplomatic skills and was sent on several diplomatic missions on behalf of Florence.[([[https://afsa.org/machiavelli-how-be-good-diplomat|afsa]])]
+===== Influenced By Chaos =====
+Machiavelli was heavily influenced by the political chaos of his time, especially by the power struggles among Italian city-states and the actions of rulers like Cesare Borgia.[([[https://www.history.com/topics/renaissance/machiavelli|history]])]
+===== The Prince =====
+In 1513, he wrote his most famous work, "The Prince," a treatise on political power and leadership.[([[https://www.britannica.com/topic/The-Prince|britannica]])]
+===== Handbook For Rulers =====
+"The Prince" is often seen as a handbook for rulers, advocating for the use of ruthless tactics to maintain power and stability.[([[https://www.bookey.app/topic/revisiting-the-prince-criticism%3A-a-modern-perspective|bookey]])]
+===== Controversial Powers =====
+Machiavelli's views on power were controversial, as he emphasized practicality over moral considerations.[([[https://www.thephilroom.com/blog/2024/04/15/art-of-war-by-machiavelli/|thephilroom]])]
+===== Not For Tyranny =====
+Contrary to popular belief, Machiavelli did not advocate for tyranny or immorality but rather believed that a ruler should do whatever is necessary to maintain order and stability.[([[https://archive.mu.ac.in/myweb_test/TYBA%20study%20material/Politicals%20Sci.%20-%20V.pdf|mu]])]
+===== Other Notable Works =====
+Machiavelli's other notable works include "Discourses on Livy," "The Art of War," and "The Mandrake," a comedic play.[([[https://www.quora.com/What-books-did-Machiavelli-write-What-was-his-inspiration-when-writing|quora]])]
+===== Criticized =====
+Despite his contributions to political thought, Machiavelli was often reviled and criticized by contemporary religious and political authorities.[([[https://rgu.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Download_611.pdf|rgu]])]
+===== Accused Of Conspiracy =====
+After the fall of the Republic of Florence in 1512, Machiavelli was accused of conspiracy and imprisoned and tortured for his alleged involvement.[([[https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/history-magazine/article/machiavelli-exposed-brutal-truth-politics-tell-all-treatise|nationalgeographic]])]
+===== Exile From Florence =====
+During his exile from Florence, Machiavelli wrote some of his most famous works, including "The Prince."[([[https://www.history.com/topics/renaissance/machiavelli|history]])]
+===== Sant'Andrea =====
+He spent his exile on his estate in Sant'Andrea in Percussina, where he devoted himself to writing and studying ancient history and political philosophy.[([[https://cards.algoreducation.com/en/content/5QQO_vVx/niccolo-machiavelli-political-theory|algoreducation]])]
+===== Works Not Published Right Away =====
+Machiavelli's works were not widely published during his lifetime due to their controversial nature.[([[https://www.studysmarter.co.uk/explanations/politics/political-ideology/niccolo-machiavelli/|studysmarter]])]
+===== Death =====
+He died on June 21, 1527, in Florence, at the age of 58.[([[https://books.google.com/books?id=K88IQwAACAAJ|Google Books]])]
+===== Impact On Political Theory =====
+Machiavelli's ideas had a profound impact on political theory and continue to be studied and debated to this day.[([[https://testbook.com/articles/father-of-modern-political-science|testbook]])]
+===== Machiavellianism =====
+His name has become synonymous with cunning and deceitful political tactics, often referred to as "Machiavellianism."[([[https://thedecisionlab.com/reference-guide/philosophy/machiavellianism|thedecisionlab]])]
+===== Interest In Military Strategy =====
+Machiavelli was interested in military strategy and wrote extensively on the subject in "The Art of War."[([[https://www.quora.com/How-does-Machiavelli-explain-his-ideas-in-The-Art-of-War|quora]])]
+===== Admired Ancient Rome =====
+He admired the ancient Roman republic and drew inspiration from its political institutions and military tactics.[([[https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/machiavelli/|stanford]])]
+===== Writing Style =====
+Machiavelli's writing style was direct and pragmatic, reflecting his focus on practicality and effectiveness.[([[https://litdevices.com/literature/the-prince/|litdevices]])]
+===== Succesful Rulers =====
+He believed that successful rulers should be both feared and loved by their subjects but emphasized that fear is more important for maintaining control.[([[https://insights.som.yale.edu/insights/what-can-you-learn-machiavelli|yale]])]
+===== Shaping Ideas =====
+Machiavelli's ideas on leadership and governance were shaped by his observations of contemporary rulers and historical events.[([[https://medium.com/@ranatglt/machiavellian-state-governance-on-the-state-individual-and-ruler-fad74f7ae0e0|medium]])]
+===== Critical Of Feudal System =====
+He was critical of the feudal system and believed in the importance of a strong central authority to maintain order and stability.[([[https://archive.mu.ac.in/myweb_test/TYBA%20study%20material/Politicals%20Sci.%20-%20V.pdf|mu]])]
+===== Influential During Renaissance And Enlightenment =====
+Machiavelli's writings were influential during the Renaissance and Enlightenment periods and continue to be studied by scholars of political science and philosophy.[([[https://digitalcommons.bard.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1034&context=history_mat|digitalcommons]])]
+===== Civic Humanism =====
+He was a proponent of civic humanism, which emphasized the active participation of citizens in government and society.[([[https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/humanism-civic/|stanford]])]
+===== Catholic Church's Index of Prohibited Books =====
+Machiavelli's works were placed on the Catholic Church's Index of Prohibited Books in the 16th century due to their perceived subversive nature.[([[https://www.cliffsnotes.com/literature/p/the-prince/critical-essays/machiavelli-the-devil|cliffsnotes]])]
+===== Corresponded With Important Figures =====
+He corresponded with various political and intellectual figures of his time, including Francesco Guicciardini and Cardinal Reginald Pole.[([[https://link.springer.com/10.1007/978-3-319-14169-5_612|springer]])]
+===== Anticipated Later Developments =====
+Machiavelli's ideas on the nature of power and leadership were ahead of his time and anticipated later developments in political theory.[([[https://link.springer.com/10.1007/978-3-319-14169-5_612|springer]])]
+===== Ends Justify Means =====
+He believed that the ends justify the means, arguing that a ruler should do whatever is necessary to achieve his goals.[([[https://www.quora.com/The-ends-justify-the-means-Is-Machiavelli-right-that-this-is-just-a-case-of-crystal-clear-realism|quora]])]
+===== Pragmatic =====
+Machiavelli's views on morality were pragmatic rather than ethical, focusing on the practical considerations of political life.[([[https://eujournal.org/index.php/esj/article/view/5804/5619|eujournal]])]
+===== Adaptable Rulers =====
+He believed that rulers should be adaptable and willing to change their tactics based on the circumstances.[([[https://indiafellow.org/blog/all-posts/machiavellian-leaders-in-modern-times/|indiafellow]])]
+===== Writings Rediscovered And Reevaluated =====
+Machiavelli's writings were rediscovered and reevaluated during the Enlightenment, leading to a reassessment of his ideas and legacy.[([[https://library.oapen.org/bitstream/handle/20.500.12657/35013/341381.pdf?sequence=1&isAllowed=y|oapen]])]
+===== Politics And Human Nature =====
+He was interested in the relationship between politics and human nature, exploring themes of ambition, greed, and power in his works.[([[https://www.researchgate.net/publication/357659592_Machiavelli's_Political_Thought_and_Its_Inspiration-Text_Analysis_Based_on_the_Prince|researchgate]])]
+===== Philosophy From Experience And Observations =====
+Machiavelli's political philosophy was influenced by his experiences in government and his observations of the behavior of rulers.[([[https://www.drishtiias.com/blog/machiavellis-prince-and-his-idea-of-statecraft|drishtiias]])]
+===== Advocate For Classical Antiquity =====
+He was critical of the corruption and decadence of contemporary Italian society, advocating for a return to the virtues of classical antiquity.[([[https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/machiavelli/|stanford]])]
+===== Still Debated =====
+Machiavelli's ideas on leadership and governance continue to be debated by scholars and politicians, with some viewing him as a realist and others as a cynic.[([[https://www.bu.edu/articles/2013/machiavelli-the-prince-still-relevant-after-all-these-years/|bu]])]
+===== Reason And Prudence =====
+He believed that a ruler should be guided by reason and prudence rather than emotion or sentimentality.[([[https://www.quora.com/In-your-own-words-explain-what-Machiavelli-means-when-he-writes-he-who-neglects-what-is-done-for-what-ought-to-be-done-sooner-effects-his-ruin-than-his-preservation-li-3-4|quora]])]
+===== Complex And Controversial =====
+Machiavelli's legacy is complex and controversial, with some seeing him as a visionary thinker and others as a dangerous advocate for authoritarianism.[([[https://medium.com/@quickeasybookreviews/unveiling-the-machiavellian-mind-a-critical-analysis-of-the-prince-and-niccol%C3%B2-machiavellis-334056ccf1ef|medium]])]
+===== Keen Observer =====
+He was a keen observer of human behavior and psychology, exploring themes of manipulation and manipulation in his works.[([[https://medium.com/@nicholaspcarlone/the-enduring-relevance-of-machiavellis-political-philosophy-620c5859547e|medium]])]
+===== Constantly Studied =====
+Machiavelli's writings continue to be studied in fields such as political science, history, and philosophy, where they remain a subject of debate and interpretation.[([[https://insights.som.yale.edu/insights/what-can-you-learn-machiavelli|yale]])]
+===== Advocate For Republican Government =====
+Despite his reputation as a cynic and a pragmatist, Machiavelli was also a passionate advocate for republican government and the welfare of the state.[([[https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/machiavelli/|stanford]])]

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