Mirror for Princes

A "Mirror for Princes" is a type of advice book created to guide and educate rulers or future kings. It offers ethical principles, practical advice, and reflections on good governance, leadership, justice, and personal conduct. These texts aim to help rulers make wise decisions and govern justly by presenting moral and political lessons, often drawn from history, philosophy, or religion. Originally popular in medieval times, they served as instructional tools for princely education and leadership development, emphasizing the importance of virtue and responsibility in ruling effectively.