Arcturus Classics Niccolò Machiavelli's The Art of War

Written as a Socratic dialogue, Niccolò Machiavelli's The Art of War argues that a state needs a powerful, capable militia to defend itself and sets out how to organise one. The treatise, first published in 1521, examines the organisation and discipline required for success in strategy and politics. Niccolò Machiavelli's The Art of War is a renowned treatise on warfare strategy which has survived the centuries. Written as a Socratic dialogue, the author explores the necessity of a state to have a powerful and capable militia to defend itself, and provides invaluable information about how to organise it.A classic of military theory, the thought-provoking treatises within impart wisdom on the careful organisation and discipline required to succeed in strategy and politics. First published in 1521, Machiavelli's The Art of War is perfect for students, scholars, and enthusiasts alike. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Classics series brings together high-quality paperback editions of classics works, presented with contemporary graphic cover designs. Together they make a wonderful collection which is perfect for any home library.