📖 peek insideThe 48 Laws of Power
by Robert Greene
This controversial bestseller distills three thousand years of the history of power into forty-eight pragmatic laws. Drawing from the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, and Carl von Clausewitz, Greene illustrates how to gain, observe, or defend against ultimate control. Each law is accompanied by historical examples of those who followed or violated them. It is a ruthless yet fascinating exploration of social dynamics, making it a must-read for those interested in the mechanics of influence and strategy.
A popular book with millions of readers worldwide.
Notable Quotes
"When you show yourself to the world and display your talents, you naturally stir all kinds of resentment, envy, and other manifestations of insecurity... you cannot spend your life worrying about the petty feelings of others"
"LAW 4 Always Say Less Than Necessary When you are trying to impress people with words, the more you say, the more common you appear, and the less in control. Even if you are saying something banal, it will seem original if you make it vague, open-ended, and sphinxlike. Powerful people impress and intimidate by saying less. The more you say, the more likely you are to say something foolish."
"If you are unsure of a course of action, do not attempt it. Your doubts and hesitations will infect your execution. Timidity is dangerous: Better to enter with boldness. Any mistakes you commit through audacity are easily corrected with more audacity. Everyone admires the bold; no one honors the timid."
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