1469-1527

While armies of the Shadowrealms gather and Machiavelli goes to Alcatraz to kill Perenelle Flamel, fifteen-year-old twins Sophie and Josh Newman accompany the Alchemist to England to seek Gilgamesh.

Examines the continuing debate about sixteenth century politician Niccolo Machiavelli and his controversial book, "The Prince," in an attempt to discern whether he was an evil genius or a brilliant political theorist.

A selection of writings from the works of Italian political philosopher, poet, musician, and playwright Niccolo Machiavelli. Includes annotations and cross-references.

A biography of fifteenth-century Italian political theorist Niccolo Machiavelli, examining his life and thought against the background of Renaissance Florence.

An introduction to the life and philosophy of Italian statesman Niccol? Machiavelli that explores his careers as politician and author and discusses his thoughts on heavens, nature, innovation, violence law, security, liberty, reception, and reputation.

Presents a biography of late fifteenth-century Italian political philosopher, musician, poet, and playwright, Niccolo Machiavelli; and provides an introduction to his writings and his influence on political and social thought of his day.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the fifteenth-century Florentine statesman and philosopher who is best known for his political writings.

After fleeing to Ojai, then Paris, and escaping to London, Josh and Sophie Newman are finally home, and after everything they have seen and learned in the past week, they are both more confused than ever.

Examines the life of Renaissance political theorist and author Machiavelli, looking at his ideas on power within the context of the times in which he lived, and discussing his youth, diplomatic career, imprisonment, the writing of "The Prince, " and his later years as a scholar and historian.

Bibliography: p. 166-171. A critical survey of Machiavelli's writings.