Niccolò Machiavelli
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1469–1527
Italian diplomat and writer from Florence. After losing his government job, he wrote The Prince, a short and shockingly honest guide to winning and keeping power. His name became a word for cunning, but he is also seen as the founder of modern political thought.
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The Prince
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Reading Niccolò Machiavelli in English: quick answers
- Who was Niccolò Machiavelli?
- Niccolò Machiavelli (1469–1527): Italian diplomat and writer from Florence. After losing his government job, he wrote The Prince, a short and shockingly honest guide to winning and keeping power. His name became a word for cunning, but he is also seen as the founder of modern political thought.
- What can I read by Niccolò Machiavelli on SeoJae Story?
- The Prince, in 3 parts, based on the public-domain English translation.
- Is Niccolò Machiavelli hard to read in English?
- The sentences and vocabulary are simplified to about CEFR B2, but the arguments, key terms and famous lines are kept. Each part ends with a plain “In plain words” explainer, and you can tap any word for its meaning.
- Is there a Korean translation?
- Yes. Every sentence has a Korean translation, and the full translation can be opened under the text, along with audio narration, vocabulary and a comprehension check.