The Political Testament Of Cardinal Richelieu by Armand Jean du Plessis de Richelieu
A concise collection of maxims and practical counsel on governance that sets out principles for preserving and strengthening the state: it stresses centralization of royal authority, the primacy of raison d’État over private interest, the careful use of diplomacy, intelligence and force, and the management of ministers, allies and rivals; pragmatic, sometimes ruthless guidance emphasizes secrecy, flexibility, and the heavy moral responsibilities of those who wield power while offering concrete strategies to maintain order and national interest.
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