| Full Name |
Niccolò di Bernardo dei Machiavelli |
| Date of Birth |
03 May 1469 |
| Place of Birth |
Florence, Republic of Florence |
| Date of Death |
21 June 1527 |
| Place of Death |
Florence, Republic of Florence |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
Republic of Florence |
| Education |
Humanist education (likely at the University of Florence) |
| Profession |
Diplomat, Philosopher, Historian, Writer, Political Theorist, Civil Servant |
| Years of Activity |
1498-1527 |
| Brief Information |
Niccolò Machiavelli was an Italian diplomat, philosopher, historian, and writer during the Renaissance. He is best known for his political treatise *The Prince*, which offers pragmatic advice on how to acquire and maintain political power. His works are foundational to modern political philosophy and contributed to the concept of realpolitik. |