Oregon State University
Oregon State University: Niccolo Machiavelli
This site allows you to find out about Machiavelli through an online biography, time line and a bibliography. Focus is on "The Prince" (with an online version) rather than his work as a playwright.
Robin Chew
Lucidcafe: Niccolo Machiavelli
This site has a biography of Niccolo Machiavelli (1469-1527 CE) and in-depth discussion of his political philosophies. The site contains links to related resources and books by or about Machiavelli.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Niccolo Machiavelli, 1469 1527
This site has biographical information for Machiavelli (1469-1527 CE), the political philosopher during the Italian Renaissance.
Philosophy Pages
Philosophy Pages: Niccolo Machiavelli (1469 1527)
This short biography of Machiavelli includes a color portrait, links to more information about important ideas, and recommended primary and secondary sources.
Other
Brandeis University: Author Biographies: Niccolo (Di Bernardo) Machiavelli
A detailed biography of Machiavelli, including discussions of his major works and his ideas about the nature of political power, prepared for a university-level philosophy course.
Rice University
Galileo Project: Niccolo Machiavelli
This site from the Galileo Project of Rice University provides an overview of Machiavelli's life with some focus on his work as a dramatist. The excerpt here is taken from the Encyclopedia Britannica, and you can use link to read about...
iCivics
I Civics: Machiavelli Mini Lesson
Look into the ideas and writings of the Italian thinker and politician, Niccolo Machiavelli (1429-1527).
Other
Biographies: Machiavelli (1469 1527)
A biography of the works and philosophical/political ideas of Machiavelli. Includes some dates and describes the times in which he lived.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Nicolo Machiavelli
This Catholic Encyclopedia site presents a detailed biography of Nicolo Machiavelli. Content includes information on his influences and works. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be...
Authors Calendar
Author's Calendar: Niccolo Macchiavelli
Nice, easy-to-read resource on Macchiavelli's life, education, and works.
CommonLit
Common Lit: Excerpt From the Prince
A learning module that begins with " Excerpt from The Prince" by Niccolo Machiavelli, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through...
Curated OER
Niccolo Machiavelli
From "Lectures on Early Modern European History," you will find a lot of information on the father of modern political theory: life, works, and more.
Curated OER
Brandeis University: Author Biographies: Niccolo (Di Bernardo) Machiavelli
Artist's rendition of Machiavelli.
Rice University
Rice University: Mandragola
This site from The Galileo Project of Rice University provides a description of Machiavelli's classical comedy, Mandragola. Links are provided for additional information and this is a great site to check out.
Rice University
Galileo Project: The Prince
This site from The Galileo Project of the Rice University provides information on The Prince, written by Machiavelli, which is his most well known literary achievement. This site gives background information about the work.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: The Prince
This website, which is provided for by the Fordham University, gives the entire book's text. It also provides information about each chapter.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: History of Florence
This site from the Fordham University provides a text by Niccolo Machiavelli about the history of Florence and Lorenzo de'Medici. It contains a biography about the great Florentine and how his life influenced the great Renaissance city.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Renaissance Portraits
A look at four representative figures of the Renaissance period. Includes biographies about Leonardo da Vinci, Niccolo Machiavelli, Sir Thomas More, and Desiderius Erasmus. Their biographies discuss their contributions to the Renaissance...
Other
Novel guide.com: "The Prince"
NovelGuide.com provides a thorough study guide including summaries, character profiles, metaphor and theme analysis, quotes, and an author biography.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: What Machiavellian Really Means
From Shakespeare's plays to modern TV dramas, the unscrupulous schemer for whom the ends always justify the means has become a familiar character type we love to hate. Pazit Cahlon and Alex Gendler investigate the origins of the term,...
Rice University
Galileo Project: The History of Florence
This site gives a brief history of how the city of Florence came to be.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: The Italian Renaissance
This is a short timeline of key events of the Italian Renaissance. Make sure to click on "Humanism" and "Renaissance Art" for more information.