The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene

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From the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of The 48 Laws of Power comes the definitive new book on decoding the behavior of the people around you Robert Greene is a master guide for millions of readers, distilling ancient wisdom and philosophy into essential texts for seekers of power, understanding and mastery. Now he turns to the most important subject of all - understanding people's drives and motivations, even when they are unconscious of them themselves. We are social animals. Our very lives depend on our relationships with people. Knowing why people do what they do is the most important tool we can possess, without which our other talents can only take us so far. Drawing from the ideas and examples of Pericles, Queen Elizabeth I, Martin Luther King Jr, and many others, Greene teaches us how to detach ourselves from our own emotions and master self-control, how to develop the empathy that leads to insight, how to look behind people's masks, and how to resist conformity to develop your singular sense of purpose. Whether at work, in relationships, or in shaping the world around you, The Laws of Human Nature offers brilliant tactics for success, self-improvement, and self-defense.

  • Product Features

    • Suggested age range - Adult
    • Format - Paperback
    • Product dimensions - 9.1" W x 6.4" H x 1.4" D
    • Genre - Business
    • Publisher - Penguin Publishing Group, Publication date - 10-01-2019
    • Page count - 624
    • ISBN - 9780143111375

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22 days ago
from Chapel Hill, NC

People Are People, Forever and Always

Having read all of Robert Greene’s books, I can say without hesitation, I will read them all again. The Laws of Human Nature is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of what drives human behavior. Greene is unlike any other writer in this space. He doesn’t just offer insight; he brings it to life through captivating stories of historical figures, grounding timeless lessons in real, often surprising, human experiences. What I find especially compelling is the way Greene reinforces the idea that there was no golden era when people were better or different. Human nature is constant. Like his books on power, war, seduction, and mastery, this one reveals truths that, once accepted, can shift how we live and lead. We stop fighting reality and start working wisely within it. Highly recommended, but take your time. It’s a long, meaningful read. The best kind.

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2 years ago

Jail bird

I bought this book for my brother in prison and he absolutely loves it

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2 years ago
from Long Beach, CA

Mostly Okay

This is the second book of Robert Greene's that I've read. An aspect I cannot stand are the long, unnecessarily drawn out stories he writes about the history of certain public figures. There are so many irrelevant details he goes into and then adds his own speculative perspective about the meaning and how it correlates to his point. If he had any sort of degree in history, psychology or sociology I might give him more credibility but I often find myself just frustrated and skipping a ton of sections. Get to the point man, Jesus. I understand the importance in correlating concepts to a story and how it helps with retaining information but he adds way too much and it comes off egotistical which is ironic. I find myself asking, "Wait, who is this guy and why does he think he can write a book about something so profound as human nature?" Overall, there are good pieces of information and wisdom but I find myself skimming.

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