The New Machiavelli

The New Machiavelli is H. G. Wells's bold novel exploring the tension between political ambition and personal desire. Following an idealistic young man who rises within the world of politics, the story examines how power, compromise, and private passions collide. With sharp insight, Wells exposes the inner workings of modern democracy and the moral costs of political success. Love, conscience, and authority intertwine as the protagonist confronts the consequences of his choices. Both intimate and incisive, The New Machiavelli offers a penetrating critique of political life and the complexities of human ambition.