3. The theorist of liberty
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‘The theorist of liberty’ examines Machiavelli’s Discourses, which discuss the constitution of a free state, maintenance of military power, and good leadership. Examining Livy to find the roots of Rome’s success, Machiavelli argues that a city state must be self-governing and able to pursue the common good. The civic body must also possess virtù. Cities only grow quickly and manage to acquire greatness if the people are in control, so that the city and its citizens are living in liberty. But if liberty is the key to greatness, how can it be acquired and kept safe? Machiavelli admits that an element of luck is always involved, but he chiefly focuses on the role of civic religion and mixed forms of government.
2019 ◽
Vol 11
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pp. 153-164
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2012 ◽
pp. 738-758
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1988 ◽
Vol 82
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pp. 567-576
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2019 ◽
Vol 20
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pp. 376-405
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