Fear vs. Love
Machiavelli advises that it is better for a ruler to be feared than loved, as fear is a stronger and more reliable motivator than affection, but a ruler should avoid being hated.
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A groundbreaking treatise on political strategy and leadership, The Prince explores the ruthless pragmatism and cunning necessary for rulers to acquire, maintain, and wield power effectively in a volatile world.
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