The 48 Laws of Power - Softcover
Synopsis
Drawn from 3,000 years of the history of power, this is the definitive guide to help readers achieve for themselves what Queen Elizabeth I, Henry Kissinger, Louis XIV and Machiavelli learnt the hard way. Law 1 - Never outshine the master. Law 2 - Never put too much trust in friends; learn how to use enemies. Law 3 - Conceal your intentions. Law 4 - Always say less than necessary. The text is bold and elegant, laid out in black and red throughout and replete with fables and unique word sculptures. The 48 laws are illustrated through the tactics, triumphs and failures of great figures from the past who have wielded - or been victimised by - power.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From the Back Cover
THE BESTSELLING BOOK FOR THOSE WHO WANT POWER, WATCH POWER, OR WANT TO ARM THEMSELVES AGAINST POWER . . .
A moral, 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 require prudence ("Law 1: Never Outshine the Master"), some stealth ("Law 3: Conceal Your Intentions"), and some the total absence of mercy ("Law 15: Crush Your Enemy Totally") but like it or not, all have applications in real-life situations. 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.
About the Author
Robert Greene, author of The 48 Laws of Power and The Art of Seduction (both from Profile), has a degree in Classical Studies and has been an editor at Esquire and other magazines. He is also a playwright and lives in Los Angeles. Find him on Twitter @RobertGreene http://powerseductionandwar.com/
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherProfile Books Ltd
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 1861972784
- ISBN 13 9781861972781
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages452
- Rating
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for The 48 Laws of Power
Stock Image
The 48 Laws of Power
Seller: Seattle Goodwill, Seattle, WA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Good. May have some shelf-wear due to normal use. Your purchase funds free job training and education in the greater Seattle area. Thank you for supporting Goodwill's nonprofit mission! Seller Inventory # 0KVOV9001MIM_ns
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The 48 Laws Of Power Robert Gr
Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00083944823
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The 48 Laws Of Power Robert Gr
Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Acceptable. Item in acceptable condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00086365718
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The 48 Laws of Power
Seller: Goodwill Industries of VSB, Oxnard, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. The book is nice and 100% readable, but the book has visible wear which may include stains, scuffs, scratches, folded edges, sticker glue, torn on front page,highlighting, notes, and worn corners. Seller Inventory # 4JQO8Z006P2G
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
The 48 Laws of Power
Seller: Big River Books, Powder Springs, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Condition: good. This book is in good condition. The cover has minor creases or bends. The binding is tight and pages are intact. Some pages may have writing or highlighting. Seller Inventory # BRV.1861972784.G
Quantity: 3 available
Stock Image
The 48 Laws Of Power: Robert Greene (The Modern Machiavellian Robert Greene)
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Seller Inventory # GOR001327980
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The 48 Laws Of Power: Robert Greene (The Modern Machiavellian Robert Greene)
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Seller Inventory # GOR002770239
Quantity: 3 available
Stock Image
The 48 Laws of Power
Seller: Hawking Books, Edgewood, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Very Good Condition. Five star seller - Buy with confidence! Seller Inventory # X1861972784X2
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The 48 Laws of Power
Seller: HPB Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_433352176
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The 48 Laws of Power (A Joost Elffers Production)
Seller: TextbookRush, Grandview Heights, OH, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Ships SAME or NEXT business day. We Ship to APO/FPO addr. Choose EXPEDITED shipping and receive in 2-5 business days within the United States. See our member profile for customer support contact info. We have an easy return policy. Seller Inventory # 52550180
Quantity: 1 available