The Mandrake

Interesting Facts

• «The Mandrake» is a comedy written in the genre of farce, which was unusual for Machiavelli, known for his political treatises.
• The play is set in Rome at the beginning of the 16th century, reflecting Machiavelli's contemporary era.
• The main character, Callimaco, uses cunning and deceit to achieve his goal, reflecting Machiavellian philosophy.
• The play was written in 1518 and is considered one of the finest Italian comedies of the Renaissance.
• «The Mandrake» was first performed in 1526 and has remained popular on theatrical stages ever since.