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The Prince

by Niccolò Machiavelli · 140 pages · Published December 1531
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3.82 / 5 across 250K ratings
Spice: ❄️ (0/5)

A strategic, dark Adult philosophy built around political power, leadership, statecraft. 140 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

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Strategic. Dark. Political.

Strategic Dark Political

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Strategic Dark Political
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Content notes

Political Violence
Political Power
Leadership
Statecraft
Book profile

Mood, trope, and intensity breakdown

How this book actually feels — based on mood analysis, not publisher blurbs.

Mood profile
Romance
10%
Fantasy
0%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
3/5
Spice
0/5
Core elements
Genre
Philosophy
Political Theory
Classic
Moods
Strategic
Dark
Political
Key Tropes
Political Power
Leadership
Statecraft
Ending
Satisfying
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Is The Prince spicy?

No spice (0/5) — clean read with no heat.

Who would enjoy The Prince?

Readers who love strategic and dark stories with political power and leadership. Best suited for Adult readers and up.

What kind of read is The Prince?

A strategic, dark Adult philosophy built around political power, leadership, statecraft. 140 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

What are the content warnings for The Prince?

Content notes include: political violence. Sort By Cravings always flags these so you can make informed choices.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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