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The 48 laws of power /

By: Greene, Robert
Material type: BookPublisher: London : Profile Books, 2015.Description: xxiii, 452 p. ; 23 cm.ISBN: 9781861972781; 9781847651341Other title: Forty eight laws of power.Subject(s): Control (Psychology) | Power (Philosophy)DDC classification: 303.3 GR FO Online resources: Location Map
Summary:
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. Click here for the author's website.
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REGULAR University of Wollongong in Dubai
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303.3 GR FO (Browse shelf) Checked out 07/05/2024 T0058206
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"A Joost Elffers production."

Originally published in Great Britain in 1998 by Profile Books Ltd.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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. Click here for the author's website.

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