Machiavelli Three Classes Of Intellects Quote Cushion

Machiavelli, widely attributed as being the world's first political scientist, wrote the following in his handbook for rulers, The Prince: "There are three classes of intellects: one which comprehends by itself; another which appreciates what others comprehend; and a third which neither comprehends by itself nor by the showing of others; the first is the most excellent, the second is good, and the third is useless." Showcase your knowledge about the three classes of intellects with this Machiavelli quote throw pillow!