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The Prince

Why Theory

CHAPTER

Unthinkable ideas, playcation, and winning decisively

This chapter explores the concept of unthinkable ideas and its connection to the notion of playcation. It delves into the death drive, the limitations of the pleasure principle, and Machiavelli's philosophy of winning decisively. The chapter also touches on conservative undertones, a film analysis, and a fantasy football league.

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