{"title":"Pietro del Monte","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the profound philosophical insights of \u003cem\u003ePietro del Monte\u003c\/em\u003e, an author known for his intricate exploration of leadership and authority. His works, such as \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eOn Leaders and Tyrants\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, offer thought-provoking perspectives on the nature of power, leadership dynamics, and the moral implications surrounding those who wield authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMonte's writing bridges the gap between philosophy and psychology, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of what defines effective leadership and the potential pitfalls of tyranny. His books invite readers to critically engage with notions of governance and the ethical responsibilities of those in command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a clear and accessible style, Pietro del Monte's works are indispensable for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of leadership through a philosophical lens. Whether you're a student of philosophy, a leader in your own right, or simply curious about the mechanisms of power, this collection offers invaluable insights into both historical and contemporary discussions on authority.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"on-leaders-and-tyrants-by-poggio-bracciolini-9780674297128","title":"On Leaders and Tyrants","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe first complete English translation of a controversial Renaissance debate centring on moral questions of power and leadership.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoggio Bracciolini was a prominent scholar-official of the early Renaissance and a leading representative of Florentine humanism. He was employed as a secretary to seven popes and ended his career as Chancellor of the Republic of Florence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOn Leaders and Tyrants\u003c\/em\u003e contains texts, the majority by Poggio, relating to a controversy on the relative merits of the lives and deeds of Scipio Africanus and Julius Caesar. The debate addressed the nature of tyranny and military glory, as well as the qualities necessary for republican leaders, such as Stoic virtue, lawfulness, and good citizenship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoggio's primary opponent was the educator Guarino of Verona, a humanist in the service of the duke of Ferrara. The psychology of power, the demands placed on public servants, and the dividing line between leadership and tyranny are as topical today as they were when Poggio wrote. This volume contains a fresh edition of the Latin texts and the first complete translation of the controversy into English.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000693866732,"sku":"9780674297128","price":71.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1473163482428.jpg?v=1763297972"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/pietro-del-monte.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}