The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli
I find it very interesting to read books written by those who have come before us, specifically those on government. Machiavelli has some very interesting ideas on what it really means to be a monarch. In this book he discusses all manner of principalities, both those had by birthright and ones conquered in different ways. He puts forth the idea of religion and how it is helpful or destructive to a ruler. He talks about the best way to hold kingdoms and if it is better to be feared or loved by the people. All in all, a great read that is great for the mind too!
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