The Arthashastra - Book by Kautilya

Name: The Arthashastra
Author: Kautilya

Kautilya's Arthashastra is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economics, military strategy, and governance. Written by the scholar Kautilya (also known as Chanakya), the text is often compared to Machiavelli's The Prince for its pragmatic and sometimes ruthless political advice. The Arthashastra covers a wide range of topics, from diplomacy and warfare to market regulation and espionage. Kautilya emphasizes the importance of a ruler’s strategic thinking, the management of resources, and the use of intelligence to maintain power.

Original Language: Sanskrit

Original Title: अर्थशास्त्रम् (Kautiliyam Arthaśāstram)

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