He thought by writing a book of what he thought were the Medici's goals and dedicated it to them he would gain favor from the family and they would give him his position in office back. Machiavelli also believed that his writings would help make Medici a more effective ruler. One critic states that Machiavelli advises the prince to read history and reflect on the actions of great men...
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One critic states that Machiavelli advises the prince to read history and reflect on the actions of great men. This meant to imitate great men and to take as a model of one's conduct; a great historical figure who had achieve the highest praise and glory by constantly holding him before himself the deeds and achievements of a predecessor...
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