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The 48 Laws of Power |  | Author: Robert Greene
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Category: Book
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Media: Paperback
Pages: 452
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Dimensions (in): 9 x 6.5 x 1.3
ISBN: 0140280197
Dewey Decimal Number: 303.3
EAN: 9780140280197
ASIN: 0140280197
Publication Date: September 1, 2000
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Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this piercing work distills three thousand years of the history of power in to forty-eight well explicated laws. As attention--grabbing in its design as it is in its content, this bold volume outlines the laws of power in their unvarnished essence, synthesizing the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun-tzu, Carl von Clausewitz, and other great thinkers. Some laws teach the need for prudence ("Law 1: Never Outshine the Master"), the virtue of stealth ("Law 3: Conceal Your Intentions"), and many demand the total absence of mercy ("Law 15: Crush Your Enemy Totally"), but like it or not, all have applications in real life. Illustrated through the tactics of Queen Elizabeth I, Henry Kissinger, P. T. Barnum, and other famous figures who have wielded--or been victimized by--power, these laws will fascinate any reader interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control.
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 Interesting Book...might reccomend July 24, 2010
Patricia Cady (Sun Lakes, AZ)
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 July 23, 2010
Dawn Wofford (sonoma,ca)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Best breakdown of power and who has it, how to get it and how to use it. Very insiteful
VERY empowering!! July 22, 2010
Thomas C. Scofield (Fiddletown, CA)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
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 July 15, 2010
R. Chou (Los Angeles, CA USA)
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 July 12, 2010
Aramaki (GA)
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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