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More imagesThe Florentine History
Niccolò Machiavelli, Peter Whitehorne, Edward Dacres, Thomas Bedingfield, Henry John Cockayne Cust
Published by David Nutt, London, 1905
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Seller: Moe's Books, Berkeley, CA, U.S.A.Moe's Books
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Add to basketHard cover. Condition: Very good. No jacket. Volume 2 of two volume set, with complete text of Florentine History. As is. Cover is worn, scraped and rubbed, with wear on corners and edges. Spine is shaken, but binding is secure. Inside is clean and unmarked.
More imagesPublished by Printed by T.C. [Thomas Creede] for W.P. [William Ponsonby], London, 1595
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Seller: Biblioctopus, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.Biblioctopus
Contact seller2-star sellerFirst Edition. First edition in English. Folio, pp. [12], 222. Contemporary (likely original) vellum, fragment of the original printed paper label on spine. Woodcut engraved ornamental title page, the upper right corner chipped and replaced with paper appropriated from the lower left corner of the rear free endpaper, otherwise a… very good, complete (222 pages) copy, and this is an unexpected binding to find surviving on this book. Engraved headpieces and tailpieces. Machiavelli's most advanced intellectual development and his most sustained engagement with the problem of political transformation over time. Commissioned by Cardinal Giulio de' Medici in November 1520, this work emerged from Machiavelli's desire to return to political life following his exile after the fall of the Florentine Republic in 1512. The work follows humanist historiographical traditions by organizing narrative into books with crafted speeches, yet unfolds within a broader philosophical framework examining the struggle between virtue and fortune. Unlike his earlier political treatises, the ?Histories? demonstrates Machiavelli's sophisticated understanding of historical periodization, tracing Florence's evolution from medieval commune through republican greatness to factional decline. Central to the work is Florence's destructive factionalism, which Machiavelli contrasts with the productive conflicts of ancient Rome, showing how internal divisions left Florence fragmented and morally compromised. Rather than depending uncritically on his sources, Machiavelli consciously appropriated and subverted earlier chroniclers, creating a confrontation between his analytical language and traditional historical narratives. This approach enabled him to examine political causation through secular analysis, departing from providential interpretations in favor of understanding how individual agency and circumstantial necessity interact within historical processes. The "Histories" reflects long-standing interests integral to Machiavelli's political theory and his persistent critique of Florentine politics, building upon his earlier historical writing including the 1504 "Decennale." The narrative pivots around Cosimo de' Medici's return from exile in 1434 and includes vivid character sketches, particularly of the Medici family, alongside subtle critiques of the Church. Thomas Bedingfield's 1595 English translation brought Machiavelli's historical methodology to Tudor England during a period of intense political transformation under Elizabeth I. The translation's publication positioned Machiavelli within English humanist literary culture, making his analytical approach to historical causation accessible to English political theorists grappling with questions of statecraft and national identity. The enduring importance of the "Florentine Histories" lies in its demonstration of how historical analysis can serve as a laboratory for understanding political development. Through his examination of Florence's cycles of rise and decline, Machiavelli created a model for historical writing that influenced subsequent historians from Guicciardini through the Enlightenment, establishing principles for analyzing the mechanisms of political transformation that continue to inform historical and political scholarship.
More imagesPublished by Recreasoft, Paris, 2026
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Seller: Livres Anciens Rares, Paris, FranceLivres Anciens Rares
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Add to basketSoftcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 250 pages. English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1595. English translation of Machiavelli's Istorie fiorentine, first printed in 1595. The volume presents a Tudor-era version of Machiavelli's history of Florence, with Thomas Bedingfield's dedica…tion and contemporary printing features including an ornate title border, initials, and decorative head- and tail-pieces. Of particular interest to readers of Renaissance political thought, Florentine history, and early English translation. Of interest for Renaissance political thought, Florentine history, and early English translation. Book images are non-contractual.
More imagesMachiavelli
Machiavelli, Niccolo?; Whithorne, Peter; Dacres, Edward; Bedingfield, Thomas; Cust, Henry John Cockayne
Published by Recreasoft, Paris, 2026
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Seller: Livres Anciens Rares, Paris, FranceLivres Anciens Rares
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Add to basketSoftcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 421 pages. English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1905. This edition brings together major texts by Niccolò Machiavelli in English translation, with particular attention to the art of politics, military strategy, and Florentine history. It includ…es The Art of War, The Prince, and The Florentine History, offering a standard reference set for the study of Machiavellian thought and its reception in English. The bibliographic interest of this volume also lies in the presence of several historical translators and in the edition established by Henry John Cockayne Cust. Book images are non-contractual.
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Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, IndiaGyan Books Pvt. Ltd.
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 22.22x 29.21 cms} Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded s…pine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2016, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1595. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 238, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 238.
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Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, IndiaGyan Books Pvt. Ltd.
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Add to basketFull Leather Bound. Condition: NEW. Language: English. {Size: 22.22x 29.21 cms} A Unique Premium Leather-Bound book for elite readers/collectors of old rare books. An Original Leather is being used for binding this book with Golden Leaf Printing and designing on Spine, front and Back of the book with edge gilding. WE HAVE MULTIP…LE OPTIONS IN COLOR OF LEATHER RED, GREEN, BLUE, MAGENTA, TAN, PURPLE DEEP BROWN, BLACK AND WITH DIFFERENT COLOR LABELS. YOU MAY CHOOSE ANY COLOR OF YOUR CHOICE AND MAIL US. This service is chargeable. Original edition was published in [1595] and this unique edition is Reprinted in 2016 with the help of original edition. Black & white printing on high quality natural shade paper with sewing binding for longer life, professionally processed without changing its contents. As these are old books, we processed each page manually on computer and make them readable. We give our best to give you the best book but in some cases we have to adjust few pages which are blur or missing or black spots. If it is multi volume set, then it is only single volume. We hope that you understand these issues in these old treasure. This is an important book for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure. Our dedicated team is trying to bring these rare books back to the shelves. We are also giving service of printing the hard-to-find books which are not listed in our store. Hope you will like it and give your comments and suggestions. Lang: - English, Pages 238, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Please be aware that because leather is a natural material, slight discoloration or change in texture may be visible. {FOLIO EDITION (Size 12x19 Inches) IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST}. 238.
