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Building on his bestseller ‘The 48 Laws of Power,’ Robert Greene presents a comprehensive framework for understanding human drives and motivations—often unconscious—by drawing on historical figures such as Pericles, Queen Elizabeth I, and Martin Luther King Jr. The book teaches readers to detach from their own emotions, develop self‑control and empathy, see past people’s masks, and resist conformity. These insights become practical tactics for achieving personal success, improving relationships, and influencing society.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Self-Help & Personal Development/Motivation & Success
Authors: Robert Greene
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