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The 48 Laws of Power

The 48 Laws of Power

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Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this piercing work distills three thousand years of the history of power into 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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ISBN13: 9781861972781
ISBN10: 1861972784
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Books
Publication Year: 2000
Format: Paperback

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    Strategic guide for understanding and navigating power dynamics.

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    If you're curious about the rules that govern influence and control, this book offers a no-holds-barred look at power in its rawest form. Drawing from historical figures and classic philosophies, it provides insights that are both provocative and practical, appealing to anyone interested in strategy, leadership, or personal development.

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