The Prince — Niccolò Machiavelli — Easton Press Collector’s Edition — Genuine Leather Binding — The 100 Greatest Books Ever Written - 1980 1. Introduction & Visual Description This is the Easton Press Collector’s Edition of The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli, part of the prestigious 100 Greatest Books Ever Written series. Bound in rich brown genuine leather, the volume features intricate gilt ornamentation on the spine and covers, raised bands, and all page edges gilt. The craftsmanship reflects Easton Press’s high standards, making it both a collectible literary classic and an elegant display piece. 2. Content Summary & Highlights First completed in 1513 and published posthumously in 1532, The Prince is one of the most influential works in political philosophy. In this enduring treatise, Machiavelli explores the use of power, leadership, and strategy, offering advice to rulers that is as controversial as it is timeless. This Easton Press edition presents the Hill Thompson translation from the Italian, accompanied by a new preface by Irwin Edman, enriching the context for modern readers. 3. Features & Specifications • Publisher: The Easton Press, Norwalk, Connecticut • Series: The 100 Greatest Books Ever Written • Binding: Full genuine leather with gilt decorations and gilt page edges • Spine: Four raised bands with gilt title and ornate design • Endpapers: Moiré silk fabric • Special features: Smyth-sewn binding for durability, acid-neutral archival paper 4. Condition This copy is in excellent condition: • Binding tight and square. • Gilt page edges bright with minimal signs of handling. • Clean, crisp pages with no writing or foxing. • No bookplate or prior ownership marks. 5. Shipping Information The book will be securely packed in protective materials and shipped with tracking and insurance. Worldwide shipping available.