Gold will not always get you good soldiers, but good soldiers can get you gold. — Niccolo Machiavelli
Benefits should be granted little by little, so that they may be better enjoyed. — Niccolo Machiavelli
Republics have a longer life and enjoy better fortune than principalities, because — Niccolo Machiavelli
….those who become princes through their skill acquire the pricipality with difficulty, — Niccolo Machiavelli