Do you agree with the way machiavelli has written about the state, or do you think there are other theories that have a better idea of what the state is, or how the state should be structured?

Critically Examine the relevance of Machiavelli to understanding the nature of the modern state.

Your essay should begin with a clear definition of what the state is. Another way of thinking about this question is: how useful are the ideas of Machiavelli in helping us to understand the modern state? Do you agree with the way machiavelli has written about the state, or do you think there are other theories that have a better idea of what the state is, or how the state should be structured? You can use other theorists to add to your critique of your chosen theorist.