World history

Write two paragraphs. In your first paragraph, explain the historical context of this Primary Source. You should focus on who Lorenzo de'Medici is and the history of the Medici family's involvement in government, as discussed in Module 14 Lesson
1. You should also summarize Machiaveli's overall views of the ideal leadership style of a prince, according to your e-text in Module 14 Lesson 2. There is also a short Close Read Screencast that will help you understand this primary source except from The Prince.