🌐This article challenges the notion of Machiavelli’s imperialist intent, arguing that this interpretation not only overlooks Machiavelli’s critique of Roman imperialism but also ignores a non-imperialist alternative to territorial expansion presented in the ‘Discorsi’: the formation of leagues or confederations of free states for mutual defense.

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Machiavelli against Imperialism: a Critique of Roman Expansionism and a Call for a Confederative Solution

🕰 Published: January 24, 2025