The Prince
The prince is so divined by rite of birth,
No merit necessary, nor deserved;
Predestined not to serve, but to be served
Irrespective of foibles, fault or worth.
What personal qualities should a prince show?
Those, perhaps, that best define his station,
Daring! Cruelty! Manipulation!
As promulgated by Old Niccolo.
These media days maybe it’s more vital
A public prince should be wisely bidden
To keep such characteristics hidden,
As exposure could cost him his title.
But, should monarchy, like the old Tsars, fall,
Capital will just repossess it all.
D. A.