In the title of Book 1, Section 8, what does Machiavelli mean with the phrase, "...so much so calumnies are pernicious...?"

Asked by Jill W on 23 Aug 10:40

Last updated by Jill W on 23 Aug 10:40

Answered by Jill W on 23 Aug 10:40

Machiavelli means that lies are ruinous when he writes, "...so much so calumnies are pernicious..." in the title of Book 1, Section 8.

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