The 48 Laws of Power

Reviewの数が８万超えてるw Amazon史上最多級なのではないでしょうかw それだけ多くの人が、「読んだらなんか書きたくなる」本なのでしょう。もちろん私もそのひとりw でも、ここではあえて日本語で書いちゃうからね。８万のreview の中で「Amazing! Eye opener」とか書いたって目立たないからねw 最近はAIの翻訳精度も高いので、私のこのreviewもAIが良い感じの訳せているならきっと世界中の人に届くはず笑 でも、私は自分が書いた文章に必ず「Bomb signature」を入れるので、AIにはそこまで再現できない。(AmazonAIよ、できるというならやってみたまえ、あとで「英語に翻訳」であなたのレベルをチェックするね。)つまり日本語ネイティブまたはfluentな人のみがこのreviewを楽しむことができるのである。 さて、この本、もしかすると日本では原文はあまり有名でないかもしれない。有名でなくても良いが、会社の同僚とかにはこれを読んでいることをバレないようにしていますw いまこの本を2周目読んでいます。間隔を空けて二度読むとまた違う趣もあるし、定期的な筋トレが大事なのと同様、常に自戒のため、この本をあえて繰り返し読むことで自己マントラ化するのも大切である。 シアトル出張でANAに乗ったときの復路で、この本を読みながらBoarding を待っていて、そのまま手に持ってBoarding をpassしたら、アジア系(？)のCAの女性が、通り過ぎる私に「This is a very nice book」と話しかけてきたので、「おぉ、CAの若い女性であるあなたも読んでいるのか」と弊職は思った。 我が家にはこの本が3冊ある。1冊は私のもの、2冊目も私が買ったダイジェスト版、そして3冊目は、夫も持っているw どんだけPower意識高い夫婦なんだってw とにかく面白いよね。目から鱗というより、人生で(痛い思いをしながら)私たちが学んできたことを、壮大な歴史ロマンとともに詳述して小粋かつ明快なスローガンとして書いているのが面白いよね。 もっと若いうちからこれを読めんでおけば…と思うかもしれないけど、きっとこれを社会経験があまりない学生とかが読んでもあまり刺さらないんだと思う。だから息子たちに薦めるのはもっと後になろうかと。 You don’t learn wisdom from books. Books label wisdom you learned in your life. っていうじゃない？ 痛い思いをした過去があるからこそ、それをスッキリと言語化してくれているこの本に、大人たちは夢中になるんだと思うよ。 さあ、私の感想文はこれで終わり。 AIよ、この私の砕けた日本語を、良い感じに英語で再現できるならしてみたまえ。

Nice book

One of the best books.

After my previous order was randomly cancelled I received my order the second time. The condition of this book doesn’t look new as the cover is faded in some areas but shows the most on the spine of the book as well as creases. The pages are folded in some spots as well but overall it’s fine I guess. I look forward to reading this today after the long wait…

Highly recommend

One of the most interesting reads on the power dynamics and plays. It is a great book indeed for those who want to understand the game of power around them, and the tactics most often played by those who seeks to dominate and influence their surroundings.

fantastic condition, be aware that this is not a notmal book for normal people. Do your research before you go dive right in. Amazing piece that could literally change who you are

One of the best books I’ve ever read!

I purchased this book not that much excited of its content. Reading the first few chapters, i have come to the reliazation that the things we do intuitively are parts of the bigger game of power. The game is there even you dont see it. It is better to be awakened than blind. Most controlling people might say that this book has nothing to offer etc etc. If you are genuinely a good person with good intention this book is for you. Save yourself some future hustle in the alleys of power and control. Best one of my purchases 2021.

Every one of us secretly desire to hold Power.As human beings we always wish to have our way and expect other’s to follow us and holding power is the best means in having our way.It instills fear or awe in others,making most of the job easier, and the great feeling of wow! — as nothing can be more stronger or powerful .The 48 laws of Power by Robert Greene is all about gaining Power by various means and enjoying its fruits .The laws are defined by taking key points from the ancient past to that of the modern day world, where the laws mentioned are followed by various references to the people who attained power through different means viz fighting wars,ruling ruthlessly,conning successfully,leaving a mark of their own through painting,writing and so on.These references help to understand the laws of gaining power in different ways as well as act as a tip to the readers in guarding against falling prey to scams and tricks.The laws while dwelling deep in to the human nature,brings out various aspects of manipulation,selfishness,deceit,treachery,back stabbing,masking the real intent ,conning,tricking and many more things.These laws act as a tool in understanding the mind games being played in different situations at different places by different people.On hindsight when I look into my past,I personally felt the laws giving me the clarity,much to my satisfaction and perhaps may aid in my future decisions.The stories like that of Arnold and Slack (P158,L21) or Sheriff Richard’s and Lustig (the conman (P74,L9))are not only informative but much fun to read.and laugh. A book that increases your knowledge of power,subtle actions of the people around and their nuanced meaning behind it.Ultimately though the laws reflect individuals personal benefit and even show the ‘basic instincts’ , of humans in seeking power but also enrich the readers with knowledge of power I.e the power to see through the masked faces of others and act .A book that fills the reader’s with admiration and respect for the writer for the enormous amount of information and the profound meaning behind each law. A ‘must-read’, book to be read multiple times to understand the Power. and finally,quoting one of my favourite quote mentioned in the book (L19,pg-138) — “When you meet a swordsman.draw your sword.Do not recite poetry to one who is not a poet.

Great book and definitely worth reading. It’s interesting, easy to get into, and gives a lot to think about when it comes to people, power and strategy. Some parts are a bit intense, but overall it’s a really engaging read and a good book to have on the shelf. Definitely worth 5 stars.

The book is perfect

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