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Words Quotes by Niccolo Machiavelli
- And the prince who has relied solely on their words, without making other preparations, is ruined, for the friendship which is gained by purchase and…
- In the armies, and among every ten men, there must be one of more life, of more heart, or at least of more authority, who…
- Sometimes it has been of great moment while the fight is going on, to disseminate words that pronounce the enemies' captain to be dead, or…
- Occasionally words must serve to veil the facts. But let this happen in such a way that no one become aware of it; or, if…
- The prince who relies upon their words, without having otherwise provided for his security, is ruined; for friendships that are won by awards, and not…
- I hold it to be of great prudence for men to abstain from threats and insulting words towards any one, for neither the one nor…
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