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  • THE PRINCE

    Author: Niccolo Machiavelli

    AN ILLUSTRATED TALE OF POWER, BETRAYAL AND REVENGE— welcome to the 21st century version of “The Prince” by Niccolo Machiavelli. SmarterComics has updated what is arguably one of the most influential texts in world history for the digital era.

    These crisply illustrated panels explore the relationship between Roxie, a brilliant young computer programmer/hacker, and Theodore, a man who pays for Roxie’s university education by working as a shoeshine boy. When Theodore takes the fall for one of Roxie’s crimes, she agrees to share her future success with him once he gets out of prison.

    But as Niccolo Machiavelli knows, nothing is ever quite that simple. When Theodore has at last served out his term, Roxie has gone on to create a successful social media business from scratch. She doesn’t see a reason to split her hard-earned profits with an old ex-con friend. For his part, Theodore has spent years learning how to survive among con-artists, murderers, and thieves.

    “The Prince” isn’t just about how to outmaneuver other people in pursuit of power. It’s about the human toll of success. Becoming a “prince” isn’t necessarily going to make you popular, but it will make you powerful. In the realm of kings, friendship is a luxury, strategy is a necessity, and the fear of losing your grip is a constant companion. It may be good to be the King, but it’s never easy.

    Do you have it what it takes to be a Prince? Take this 10-questions Prince quiz, and find out!

    Niccolo Machiavelli

    Niccolo Machiavelli (May 3, 1469 – June 21, 1527) was an Italian philosopher and one of the main founders of modern political science. He is best known for Il Principe (The Prince); a manifestation for gaining and keeping power (source: Wikipedia).

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    • Machiavelli in Comic Book Format-A Must Have
      from Mihir Shah

      Niccolo Machiavelli's The Prince by SmarterComics is a fascinating comic book that adapts essential Machiavellian principles of power and authority--from the original--and presents The Prince in an aesthetically pleasing, quick-read format for individuals who are visual learners or don't have time to read the original in its entirety. Famous quotes such as "it is better to be feared and loved," and "If an injury must be done to a man, it should be so severe that his vengeance need not be feared," still ring true in the 21st century. The comic book version is easy to understand; it simplifies the most complex of Machiavelli's arguments. The Prince by SmarterComics is a must have for comic book aficionados and enthusiasts of classic books.

    • Looooooove it !!!
      from Robert Moore

      Great comic book adaptation of one of my all-time favorite books! It's all about power; you have it or you don't ... but now you can learn it easily!

    • Machiavellian Principles Come to Life
      from palmbeachprincess

      The Prince by Niccolo Machavelli is brought to readers in a comic book format illustrating such Machiavellian principles as "Never was anything great achieved without danger", "A wise man ought always to follow the paths beaten by great men, and to imitate those who have been supreme, so that if his ability does not equal theirs, at least it will savor of it" and "It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both." This book easily shows how these principles can be applied to all walks of life in today's society. The illustrated version of the classic work literally illustrates how timeless the original text is and the resonance that it still holds in society today. Fans of Machiavelli and comic books alike are certain to love this new SmarterComics release.

    • Interesting and Easy to Read
      from Anthony30

      "The Prince" is an intriguing comic that delves beyond the normal comic book and an excellent revision on the original. The easy-flow comic book style makes this version very easy to understand and read and will appeal to various reader. I love how it really went into the strategy it takes to obtain power and the reality of it all. I highly recommend it!

    • Another Great Offering from SmarterComics
      from giantwarrior

      SmarterComics has brought many old classics to life for readers with animated versions of such books as The Art of War by Sun Tzu. They have done it again with an animated version of Machiavelli's The Prince, touting it "an illustrated tale of power, betrayal, and revenge." The story of Roxie and Theodore are told through Machiavellian principles, giving readers insight into understanding those principles in an entertaining manner. It is truly a must-read for any comic book lover!

    • Dynamic, Modern Take on the Classic Work
      from jwbatlarge

      The Prince, Niccolo Machiavelli's famed 16th century work has commonly been called a work of "modern philosophy." SmarterComics proves the adaptability of the text and lessons to modern society in their newly released version of The Prince, using the modern format of the cartoon and a modern story of a computer hacker turned social media strategist to bring the lessons into the modern day. Whether you love Machiavelli's classic work or are being introduced to it for the first time, The Prince by SmarterComics is a truly unique and fun presentation of the material, making the work fresh if you are revisiting it and dynamic if you are new to it.

    • Using a Fictional Tale to Impart the Classic Lessons of Machiavelli
      from thebeardenexperience

      The SmarterComics graphic novel, The Prince, tells the story of Roxie and Theodore, the former a computer programmer/ hacker and the latter, a man who takes the fall for one of her cybercrimes. Roxie promises that she will share her success with him when he is released; however, when that day does finally come, she sees no reason to share her social media business with her old friend, illustrating the classic lessons of acquiring and maintaining power that Niccolo Machiavelli famously conveyed in the posthumous publication of Il Principe (The Prince) in 1532. Thedore has learned some Machiavellian principles of his own while he was away, making for an engaging fictional backdrop for the classic work that is certain to entertain its readers.