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The 48 Laws of Power

By: Robert Greene
Narrated by: Don Leslie
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Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this piercing work distills 3,000 years of the history of power into 48 well-explicated laws. 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") and the virtue of stealth ("Law 3: Conceal Your Intentions"); 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 listener interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control.Listen to the companion audiobook, The 33 Strategies of War.©2000 Robert Greene and Joost Elffers (P)2007 HighBridge Company Philosophy
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Loved it, many usefull tactics for life and games. Worth a second listen
Recommended book for youth and adults

wonderfully Educational

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Enjoyed the content, however I thought this would include more about what makes a powerful person and less about what's happened in the past that might not still be relevant today

Unexpected history lesson

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Don Leslie's Narration just puts the icing on the cake of Robert Greenes precise Masterpiece

Life Changing

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A lot of history how things where done ect I enjoyed it just was hard to gather through very heavy but great book.

48 Laws of Power

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a guide to decieve and manipulate ruthlessly solely for personal gain. if thats your thing.

Very deceptive in nature

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