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Art of War (Neville Translation)

Art of War (Neville Translation)

Niccolò Machiavelli 15 Episodes Oct 14, 2026

The Art of War (1521) is the sole work published by Niccolo Machiavelli during his lifetime, a testament to his belief in its significance as one of his greatest accomplishments. This influential text builds on themes from Machiavelli’s earlier masterpieces, “The Prince” and “Discourses,” presenting them through the insightful dialogues of a fictional military leader, Lord Fabrizio Colonna. Set against the backdrop of the serene Orti Oricellari gardens in Florence, the book aims to inspire honor and virtue, advocate for military discipline, and encourage unity among citizens while emphasizing the supremacy of the public good over private interests. Machiavelli delves into the concept of limited warfare, framing military force as an extension of political strategy, while also introducing the crucial aspect of psychological warfare. He warns that states with standing armies must take proactive measures to prevent military leaders from gaining excessive power, highlighting the risk of military coups—a concern that resonates even today.

Episodes

Woman and War-Olive Schreiner
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Combat Lessons Number 1 Rank And File In Combat What They're Doing, How They Do It-United States Army War College
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Introduction to The Philosophy of History-Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel
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Reflections on War and Death-Sigmund Freud
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Farewell-Honoré de Balzac
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Into The Valley Of Death Crimea, Balaklava, The Light Brigade Russell, Tennyson And Kipling-Various
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Daredevil of the Army - Experiences as a ''Buzzer'' and Despatch Rider-Austin Patrick Corcoran
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Life of King Henry V (version 2)-William Shakespeare
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Prince (Version 3)-Niccolò Machiavelli
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