Realism and contribution of Maquiavel's political thinking

Abstract

This article aimed to explain Nicolau Machiavelli's political thought. The historical context of the Florentine was presented, the methodology that the author used to inaugurate a new way of looking at political philosophy, and its most important concepts. The methodology used in the article consisted of a literature review, especially the reading of “O Príncipe” and “Discorsi”. Through this, a reflection divided into four sessions was presented, seeking to demonstrate the consistency of his thinking. Notes were made about approximations and distances between Marx and Machiavelli; briefly discussed their contributions and actuality in thinking about politics.