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Mastery

Unlocking your potential by rewriting the rules of success

Robert Greene author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Profile Books Ltd

Published:19th Nov '12

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This book offers a new perspective on achieving greatness by embracing individuality and redefining societal rules. Mastery serves as a guide to personal success.

In Mastery, the author explores a universal challenge faced by individuals worldwide: the tension between personal uniqueness and societal expectations. Many people feel compelled to conform to established norms in order to achieve success, often at the cost of their individuality. The book challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding success and offers a fresh perspective on how to attain greatness by embracing one's true self. Through a combination of historical anecdotes and psychological insights, it reveals that true mastery comes from understanding and then redefining the rules of the game.

The narrative highlights the journeys of notable figures such as Charles Darwin and Leonardo da Vinci, who transformed their initial disadvantages into strengths. By engaging in what the author terms a 'rigorous apprenticeship,' these individuals learned to navigate and ultimately rewrite the hidden codes that govern success. Their stories serve as powerful examples of how embracing one's unique qualities can lead to extraordinary achievements. The book emphasizes that before one can break free from societal constraints, it is essential to first understand them.

Mastery combines practical advice with inspirational stories, encouraging readers to take charge of their own paths. By drawing on interviews with influential leaders and integrating strategies from the author's previous work, Mastery serves as a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to forge their own identity in the pursuit of success. It is an invitation to discover the power of individuality in a world that often promotes conformity.

Praise for The 48 Laws of Power: 'At last, the book to help you scheme your way into the upper echelons of power. Essential rules for the new Machiavellis * Daily Express *
The year's surprise bestseller will doubtless appeal to all armchair megalomaniacs * Daily Mail *
Beguiling ... literate ... fascinating ... a wry primer for people who desperately want to be on top * People *
Machiavelli has a new rival, and Sun-tzu had better watch his back * New York Times *

ISBN: 9781781250914

Dimensions: 232mm x 152mm x 28mm

Weight: 540g

352 pages

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