Machiavellian Logic for Structural Resilience

In this thought-provoking exploration, Boris Kriger examines Niccolò Machiavelli’s enduring insights into power and security, highlighting how the concept of structural impossibility can be applied beyond tyranny to create safer systems. Confronting the moral complexities of Machiavelli's advice, Kriger emphasizes that prioritizing topological disconnection over behavioral deterrence offers a robust framework for protection. This book offers valuable perspectives for anyone involved in designing systems, whether technical, institutional, digital, or social, and pondering how to secure what we cherish.