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The Prince - Machiavelli, Niccolò · 73 words
It is necessary, therefore, if we desire to discuss this matter thoroughly, to inquire whether these innovators can rely on themselves or have to depend on others. that is to say, whether, to consummate their enterprise, have they to use prayers or can they use force. In the first instance they always succeed badly, and never compass anything; but when they can rely on themselves and use force, then they are rarely endangered.
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