48 Laws of Power

by Robert and Joost Elffers Greene

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Book Overview: 48 Laws of Power

Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this multi-million-copy New York Times bestseller is the definitive manual for anyone interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control – from the author of The Laws of Human Nature.

In the book that People magazine proclaimed “beguiling” and “fascinating,” Robert Greene and Joost Elffers have distilled three thousand years of the history of power into 48 essential laws by drawing from the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, and Carl Von Clausewitz and also from the lives of figures ranging from Henry Kissinger to P.T. Barnum.

Some laws teach the need for prudence (“Law 1: Never Outshine the Master”), others teach the value of confidence (“Law 28: Enter Action with Boldness”), and many recommend absolute self-preservation (“Law 15: Crush Your Enemy Totally”). Every law, though, has one thing in common: an interest in total domination. In a bold and arresting two-color package, The 48 Laws of Power is ideal whether your aim is conquest, self-defense, or simply to understand the rules of the game.

ISBN-13	97801402801979780670881468
ISBN-10	01402801970670881465
Publisher	Profile BooksViking
Publication Date	20201998
Edition	11
Language	enen
Pages	452452
Dimensions	in x in x in
Weight	lbs

Editorial Reviews

“Machiavelli has a new rival. And Sun Tzu had better watch his back. Greene . . . has put together a checklist of ambitious behavior. Just reading the table of contents is enough to stir a little corner-office lust.” —New York magazine

“Beguiling . . . literate . . . fascinating. A wry primer for people who desperately want to be on top.” —People magazine

“An heir to Machiavelli’s Prince . . . gentler souls will find this book frightening, those whose moral compass is oriented solely to power will have a perfect vade mecum.” — Publishers Weekly

“Satisfyingly dense and . . . literary, with fantastic examples of genius power-game players. It’s The Rules meets In Pursuit of Wow! with a degree in comparative literature.”– Allure

About the Author

Robert and Joost Elffers Greene

Robert Greene is a highly esteemed American author known for his insightful books on strategy, power, and seduction. Born on May 14, 1959, in Los Angeles, Greene drew from a diverse range of jobs and experiences, including working as a translator, a Hollywood movie writer, and a magazine editor, which helped shape his unique perspective on human motivations. Acclaimed as a modern Machiavelli, his most celebrated works include “The 48 Laws of Power”, “The Art of Seduction”, “The 33 Strategies of War”, and “Mastery”, each exploring different aspects of human behavior, manipulation, and strategic thinking.

Joost Elffers, Dutch producer and creator of many international best-selling books, is acclaimed for his distinct creativity and innovative concepts. Born in Amsterdam in 1949, his artistic inclination led him to devise uniquely captivating book projects. His broad spectrum of works includes not just textual contribution but also design-oriented books like “Play With Your Food” and “Faces”, which rekindled the magic of the visual in books.

The collaboration of these two intellectual powerhouses led to the creation of formidable works that resonated globally. Their synergy saw Greene’s discerning analysis on power dynamics blend immaculately with Elffers’ remarkable designs, creating a monumental series that continues to captivate readers worldwide. Well-versed storytellers in their own right, together Robert Greene and Joost Elffers have guided millions to navigate the sophisticated labyrinth of power, strategy, and seduction, leaving an indelible mark on the literary landscape.