Stelios Panagiotou

Stelios Panagiotou, a scholar well-versed in political philosophy, joins to explore Machiavelli's comedic play, The Mandrake. They reveal how it serves as a humorous companion to The Prince, highlighting themes of morality, greed, and corruption. Stelios dives into Machiavelli's republican ideals versus his realpolitik approach. The discussion touches on the play's classical style and intrigue surrounding self-interest among characters. This nuanced analysis showcases Machiavelli’s literary prowess and the darker side of human nature.