Doing Whatever it Takes

“Of the Things for Which Men, and Especially Princes, are Praised or Blamed” In the excerpt “Of the Things for Which Men, and Especially Princes, are Praised and Blamed” taken from The Prince, Machiavelli begins examining the principles and manners a prince should follow in relations with his friends, subjects and the people in order to achieve and retain a good and secure overall status. Princes and also men high in society are known for …

…but fear is maintained by a dread of punishment which never fails.”(P.83) I think this makes good sense, considering that the ties of love are broken easier than that of the peril ties of fear. In conclusion, I think the worst thing for a prince is to be hated. The prince has to do what’s best for the people and what’s best for his reputation. He is the ultimate authority. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**