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4. The Role of Fortune and Virtue:
Machiavelli acknowledges the role of chance and luck in political affairs, and he also emphasizes the importance of human agency.
A successful leader must be able to adapt to changing circumstances and make the most of opportunities.
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Niccolò Machiavelli's "The Prince" is a seminal work in political philosophy, renowned for its pragmatic and often controversial insights into the nature of power and leadership.
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