The Prince (Grand Type Collector's Edition) (Laminated Hardback with Jacket) Large Print

With clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original.

• 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability and comfort.
• Sans-serif font: Clean, modern typeface designed to reduce visual strain.
• Italics are bolded: Important emphasis is maintained without thin, hard-to-see lettering.
• Easy-to-read line lengths: Shorter rows of text (under 45 characters per line) make reading smoother and less tiring.

Power, survival, and ambition define Niccol?Machiavelli's The Prince, a bold exploration of the realities of political leadership. Through sharp insights into human behavior and the fragility of power, Machiavelli reveals that rulers must often choose pragmatism over morality to maintain control. The text examines the delicate balance of fear and respect, the necessity of adaptability, and the ruthless strategies leaders may employ to secure loyalty and eliminate threats. Stripped of idealism, it exposes the harsh truths of governance, presenting power not as a noble pursuit but as a relentless struggle.

When first published in 1532, The Prince shocked Europe by abandoning traditional ideals of virtuous rule. Instead, Machiavelli offered a pragmatic, even unsettling, manual for political survival. Its revolutionary approach reshaped political thought, introducing concepts of realpolitik and influencing leaders across centuries. Enduringly provocative, it remains a cornerstone of political philosophy, a timeless study of ambition, influence, and the moral costs of ruling.