Machiavelli in 90 Minutes - (Philosophers in 90 Minutes) by Paul Strathern (Paperback)

About the Book

A brief and enlightening exploration of the philosopher's life and ideas is presented in an entertaining and accessible fashion.

Book Synopsis

In Machiavelli in 90 Minutes, Paul Strathern offers a concise, expert account of Machiavelli's life and ideas, and explains their influence on man's struggle to understand his existence in the world. The book also includes selections from Machiavelli's writings; a brief list of suggested reading for those who wish to push further; and chronologies that place Machiavelli within his own age and in the broader scheme of philosophy.

Review Quotes

"Well-written, clear and informed, they have a breezy wit about them...I find them hard to stop reading." --Richard Bernstein, The New York Times

"Witty, illuminating, and blessedly concise." --Jim Holt, The Wall Street Journal

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"A godsend in this era of the short attention span." --Daryl Royster Alexander, The New York Times