Machiavelli and the Jesuits: An Introduction

by Clara Iglesias-Rondina

This essay deals with the fascinating although complex relationship between the figure of Machiavelli and the Society of Jesus in Italy and Spain. The text introduces the reader to the way in which the Jesuits responded to Niccol? Machiavelli's political doctrine and followers, by presenting alternative conceptions of reason of state and the role of ethics in practical politics.Some of the topics and figures addressed in this essay include: -The Jesuits:...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1502863855
• ISBN13: 9781502863850
• Release Date: September 2014
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"