Category Archives: War & Peace

Nicolò Machiavelli: His Times, His Observations & His Advice to Princes

Posted on January 6, 2010 by Ron Pavellas

The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli (1469-1527) is often cited, but rarely quoted. Many people who mention him believe they know what he is all about in his advice to princes, in general, and the ruler of the Florentine Republic, in … Continue reading →

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Chronologies of Tyranny, War and Genocide

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Ron Pavellas

Eva and I spent three days in Budapest during April, 2004. We visited a museum showing an exhibit of the history of Samizdat. I photographed a large display of the chronology of this “underground” effort toward freedom of expression, and … Continue reading →

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