Italian "philosopher, statesman, writer".
"He wrote "The Prince," 1513, outlining a pragmatic theory of government."
Wise men say, and not without reason, that whoever wished to foresee the future might consult the past."
"Ambition is so powerful a passion in the human breast, that however high we reach we are never satisfied."
"A prudent man should always follow in the footsteps of great men and imitate those who have been outstanding. If his own prowess fails to compare with theirs, at least it has an air of greatness about it."
One change leaves the way open for the introduction of others.
Whosoever desires constant success must change his conduct with the times.