bramflakes comments on [Link] Machiavelli in historical context - Less Wrong

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Comment author: bramflakes 31 July 2012 07:53:01PM 5 points [-]

If I recall, Machiavelli was actually considered a rather mediocre statesman. His fame only came through his writings.

Comment author: Grognor 31 July 2012 10:13:46PM 10 points [-]

An expert on political ruthlessness, not an expert at political ruthlessness!

Comment author: IlyaShpitser 31 July 2012 08:43:52PM * 0 points [-]

That is interesting.