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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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I loved how every law had major historical events and figures that backed these laws. Masterfully written and is definitely a book worth reading.

Timeless History Lessons

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An excellent book , loved that they used music in the recording. highly recommend

An excellent audiobook

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A frightening look into the dark side of life, made horrifically real by Don Leslie's sociopathic tone! Must be listened to twice because the first few hours are spent recoiling from the Machiavellian sociopathic nature of the content. Very quickly however one identifies as the victim of many a person's use of these laws,and you identify strategies to avoid manipulation and strengthen ones own position (without going to the dark side).

If however you find a sociopathic person reading this book, be afraid. Very afraid. Employing these laws for evil instead of good, constitutes a sociopaths 'how to guide'!

Overall though, in the top three business books ever.

A frightening look into the dark side of life!

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Great book. Eye opening. I'd like to see more modern history examples though. Well written. Excellent concept.

A great book which I'm sure I will return to again

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Clear n crisp narration. Great examples from history which help understand the various laws of power.

Love it!

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