Power and Morality

Power and Morality

1. 'The Prince' by Niccolo Machiavelli

   • “Never attempt to win by force what can be won by deception.”
   • "There is nothing more important than appearing to be religious,"
   • Context
     • The book was first written in 1513, given to Lorenzo de' Medici in 1515 and finally published 1532

2. 'Game of Thrones' by George R.R. Martin

   • 'Littlefinger', Viserys, Varys, Cersei, Ramsay
   • Cersei involing the High Sparrow
   • 'Littlefinger'
   • Context
     • The first book was written in 1991 and series is currently awaiting a 6th instalment. The HBO series first aired in 2011 and the last season will premiere in 2019.

3. Feigning morality/piety in order to advance own agenda

4. Acting in the interests of one's self above all others

5. Lies, deceit and betrayal are acceptable in order to maintain power