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Mandragola
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ISBN13: 9781025822570
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 202
Weight: 0.64
Height: 0.43 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Mandragola is a masterpiece of Italian Renaissance theater and remains one of the most celebrated satirical comedies in Western literature. Written by the renowned political philosopher Niccolò Machiavelli, this biting play explores the depths of human nature, deception, and the moral ambiguities of desire. Set in 16th-century Florence, the plot follows Callimaco, a young man determined to win the affections of Lucrezia, the virtuous wife of the pompous and aging Nicia. Through a series of elaborate schemes involving a corrupt friar and a cynical marriage broker, Machiavelli weaves a tale of trickery that serves as a sharp critique of contemporary society and religious hypocrisy.
Beyond its clever dialogue and comedic timing, Mandragola serves as a theatrical extension of Machiavelli's political theories, demonstrating the concept of how ends might be used to justify means in the pursuit of personal ambition. This edition, featuring the translation work of Stark Young, captures the sharp wit and rhythmic flow of the original text, making it accessible to readers and scholars of classic drama. It stands as a vital work for those interested in the evolution of the comedy of manners and the enduring influence of Machiavellian thought on literature and culture.
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