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Machiavelli
GOV 2099

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Description

This course offers an opportunity to study in depth the works of Niccolò Machiavelli, from his plays and poetry to his canonical works of political theory.  Special attention will be paid to The Prince, The Discourses on Livy, and The Florentine Histories.    

Class Notes

Please note: the first day of class is Wednesday, September 9th. 

School Faculty of Arts & Sciences
Credits 4
Cross Reg

Available for Harvard Cross Registration

Department Government
Course Component Seminar
Subject Government
Grading Basis FAS Letter Graded
Course Requirements Course open to Graduate Students Only
Exam/Final Deadline Dec. 15, 2026
General Education N/A
Quantitative Reasoning with Data N/A
Divisional Distribution N/A
Course Level Primarily for Graduate Students