Self-Help : The 48 Laws of Power
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Manufacturer: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Release Date: 2000-09-05
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- ISBN13: 9780140280197
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 Interesting Book...might reccomend
Not bad, not spectacular. Much is already simple wisdom from having lived life, or even through intuitive thinking. I like the book, but many who are not open to what is actually being stated, may find it to be harsh...it is not. Look deeper into the intent of the message, and you may find the wisdom helpful for you in business and social situations.
 allot to take in
Best breakdown of power and who has it, how to get it and how to use it. Very insiteful
VERY empowering!!
The 48 Laws of Power is a wonderful book especially for those that feel like they may have been on the bad side (the victim side) of a power play or two in their lives. This book features historic examples of the laws of power acquisition and maintenance as well as instances where these laws were ignored or violated resulting in doom and peril for individuals as well as kingdoms. This unflinching and unabashed text will prepare the innocent for the harsh realities of the "food chain" that is the real world of business as well as it will polish the skills of the already powerful in the ways of staying on top.
Powerful Book on Strategy and Behaviors
Whether your looking for personal or professional development; this book offers you insight to the ideas over power. Power is to be in control, whether it is perceived or not. The author may mention 48 Laws of Power but there is a general underlying theme which to me is one of the ultimate personal development, to not let yourself be over emotional but rather be calm and clear headed.
I read this book when I was feeling down, depressed and lost. I needed guidance on how to better control my emotions and to control myself under stress and pressure. This book is deep and I would read it again every so often to remind myself the lessons and historical experiences shared.
As mentioned, this book is deep and is presented in a fashion where there is a historical reference story that directly relates to one of the laws of power. From there, the author shares his thoughts and point of view. As a reader and a history fanatic, I loved this format as it drew me in. There is also a sidebar on the pages where additional examples or short stories can be found referencing the current law chapter to further back up the author's research.
This book is like taking Sun Tzu's Art of War or Machiavelli's The Prince and putting it in modern writing with samples. "The Art of War" or "The Prince" are good books written in a different time period where the language and translations are more vague. The reader needs to spend more time evaluating and interpreting it to current applications.
I strongly urge anyone to just have this book on their book shelf. There are plenty of good lessons for one to use on daily personal and professional life.
A must read for all honorable and honest people
Most of us would approach something directly, such as asking for a raise or try to deter an unwelcomed event through direct confrontation, which usually end badly and with a lot of yelling, arguing, and basically just emotional trash talk. After reading this book, I've discovered that you can get everything done without people knowing what you're after, and without making them realize that they've given you what you wanted, it's just that beautiful! Your life will be much easier, and you'll enjoy more freedom and less stress. Like I said in the title, it's for the honorable and honest people that do things by the rules but just can't seem to get anywhere so they become frustrated. You'll finally understand why being a good person is so difficult by traditional definition, and you'll learn how to prevent others from taking advantage of you, and see right through their schemes.
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