Manuela Scarci's excellent translation of Machiavelli's most (in)famous work is accessible while at the same time respectful of his stylistic dignity. Welcome are this edition's copious explanatory notes and helpful cross-references. Pleasing too are the accompanying extensive selections from the Discourses, along with ample portions of the Florentine Histories, The Art of War, and various literary works--all thoughtfully curated to substantiate the editor's injunction against reliance solely on The Princefor an understanding of its author. And Jason Blahuta provides a provocative and learned introduction. He deftly places The Princein the context of Machiavelli's Renaissance, of his city, of his other works, and of his persistent themes. A great resource for a curious intellect, as well as for a university course in political thought. -- Timothy J. Lukes, Santa Clara University Scarci's translation is clear and elegant, and it provokes the experienced reader with several subtle and intriguing choices.

Blahuta includes relevant selections from eight of Machiavelli's other works, as well as three letters, such that key themes of The Princeemerge more visibly within the context of Machiavelli's overall project (and in sometimes surprising ways). This edition will be a useful resource for beginners and specialists alike. -- Kevin S. Honeycutt, Mercer University.