Is it possible to guess from the writings of Machiavelli, in which state he lived – in a monarchy or a republic?
| October 31, 2020 | Education
Is it possible to guess from the writings of Machiavelli, in which state he lived – in a monarchy or a republic? If in a republic, then in which – democratic or aristocratic?
In a monarchical state (like Naples) Machiavelli could not have published such a frank analysis of political secrets. In an aristocratic republic (like Venice), he, apparently, could not even come up with his own scheme.
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