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The Laws of Human Nature
- Narrated by: Paul Michael, Robert Greene
- Length: 28 hrs and 26 mins
- Categories: Business & Careers, Personal Success
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Publisher's Summary
From the number-one New York Times best-selling author of The 48 Laws of Power comes the definitive new audiobook on decoding the behavior of the people around you.
Robert Greene is a master guide for millions of listeners, distilling ancient wisdom and philosophy into essential texts for seekers of power, understanding, and mastery. Now he turns to the most important subject of all - understanding people's drives and motivations, even when they are unconscious of them themselves.
We are social animals. Our very lives depend on our relationships with people. Knowing why people do what they do is the most important tool we can possess, without which our other talents can only take us so far. Drawing from the ideas and examples of Pericles, Queen Elizabeth I, Martin Luther King Jr, and many others, Greene teaches us how to detach ourselves from our own emotions and master self-control, how to develop the empathy that leads to insight, how to look behind people's masks, and how to resist conformity to develop your singular sense of purpose. Whether at work, in relationships, or in shaping the world around you, The Laws of Human Nature offers brilliant tactics for success, self-improvement, and self-defense.
What the critics say
"In this detailed and expansive guide, Greene (Mastery) seeks to … transform the reader into a 'calmer and more strategic observer', immune to 'emotional drama'. Those are lofty promises, but even skeptics will become believers after diving into Greene’s well-organized text. Overcoming the 'law of irrationality', for instance, leads to the ability to 'open your mind to what is really happening, as opposed to what you are feeling'. Greene’s thoughtful examination of self and society will, for the committed reader, deliver a refreshing and revitalizing perspective." (Publishers Weekly)
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- Richard K
- 2018-12-12
The Best Thing I Have Ever Listened to.
The narrator could not have done a better job. His voice and pace is perfect for this content. The content is eye opening, mind freeing, and induces great amount of thought and reflection. It has certainly gotten me through a confusing period in my life and I believe it will benefit me for as long as I live. The historical stories are a blast and truly do help an understanding of the many laws of human nature.
If you looking for ways to deal with negative people in your life or even come to terms with who you are and why you do the things you do. This is for you. In fact it's for everyone. Everyone should read this book or give it a listen.
If you're on the fence about getting this, don't be, you will not regret it.
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- MMH Toronto
- 2018-12-21
Brilliant
Even though I don't necessarily agree with all the advice and conclusions of the author, I am impressed by the depth of thought, the variety of subjects and the sheer volume of research and insights in this book.
Chapters starts with an engaging story of a historic figure (Channel, Queen Elizabth, Rockefeller and many more). The story is then analyzed and followed by insights and advice on how to manage the aspects of human nature seen in that figure.
Brilliant!
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- Josh
- 2018-11-14
A Compendium of Wisdom
What an incredible book! Robert Greene has created perhaps his greatest work yet, which in my opinion is one of the most important books ever written. I cannot overstate how valuable this book is to humanity. A profound contribution to society.
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- Douglas
- 2019-05-22
Great Depth
Great biographical stories of those known and unknown throughout, with layers of analytical depth interspersed, bringing many aspects of human nature forward using the views of many great philosophers... A little strange at times in his own teachings, such as in the sections where he advocates the importance of learning to manipulate others, but it was expected, based on the titles of his other books. Well worth the read or listen.
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- Tosky Toskana
- 2018-12-26
No words can describe this experience
This should be regarded as the ultimate book of Life for the human race. I have recommended it to people and I will read it again and again and again...
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- Dena
- 2020-04-17
Hyperbole
Theories masquerading as laws to delude narcissists. Some interesting biographies and stories at most. Don't waste your time.
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- Peter Duggan
- 2020-01-17
pop psychology at its worst
As I listened, my disbelief in what I was hearing grew until I reached the point of total rejection. This book is dangerous, manipulative garbage.
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- Al
- 2020-01-13
Amazing Book
This book is one of the best books that I have ever read. I already listened once and I am going to read again one more time. I purchased the hard copy of the book to keep it as reference.
Beautifully done. Thank you and Great job Mr. Robert Greene.
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- Fred
- 2019-12-10
A little boring
I chose the book mainly based on length. I am disappointed by the choice. The points made in the book may be true but the content consists mostly of boring dogmas that lacks personal touch. Due to lacking of academic citations, I also have the impression that the points are founded not on scientific theories, but rather only empirically. On the other hand, Clarity and pace of the speech is very good.
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- Regina
- 2019-05-21
A must read once in a life time
This book is exquisite in research and life lessons. I really recommend this book to anyone wanting to change their view in life. I loved every second and every stories were entertaining and original. However this book may be long for some, so I recommend it for people willing to have patience and are ready for a journey.
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- Tintin
- 2018-12-13
Interesting mix of biography and thoughts
Plays fine at 1.2 speed but still very long. Mostly interesting biographies followed by sometimes tangential but often thoughtful analysis, or opinion rather, but a reasonable opinion except for ... well, I'm not into Jungian archetypes or Freudian explanations.
I listened to the whole book, tired just near the end when it seemed a little too much, generational differences oversimplified, death a bit much. I liked the chapter on groups and group dynamics, that's one of many I'd recommend. But why such laborious biographies? Bit hard getting through some, but if you know it's half biography going in, your probably ok.
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- Alexander
- 2018-12-20
Reread this book once a year and practice
I cannot say that I've finished a lot of books during my not so far impressive 24 years on this planet. I used to do everything else but consuming(I use this word to combine reading and listening) books until recently I discovered Audible. I always knew about audiobooks but never really encountered a service of such convenience, quality and variety. And most likely I thought that spending money on books is a waste. Anyway, back to this particular book.
I honestly believe that this book will fit every single human on this planet. It spreads awareness about kind of things everyone knows about but perhaps never really thought through. It digs up your subconscious and makes you aware of it. It shows that you are good, by nature, but still struggling to find this good in the world. The main lesson of the book, at least for me, is that if you want to see changes start with changing yourself. It's so simple. And yet we need to listen to this 30 hours. It opens something for everyone because it compiles long history of observations, experiments, experiences and reflections in a nice, easy to understand way. What's also great is that Robert writers in a very practical way. First you recognize issue, then you become aware of it, then you learn how to deal with it and take action.
The books is simple. The laws are simple. But how important they are and how often we forget about them in our daily life. It's not about becoming an ultimate human being. It's about taking at least some action towards being better every single day. So, my advice would be to reread this peace of art once a year. Remind yourself of your nature, your roots and meaning. And become happier.
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- James Hawkins
- 2018-11-12
Tempo is key! (1.25X)
Do yourself a favor and set the speed to 1.25X. Puts energy into the reading. It almost sounds like the books default speech speed was reduced after the reader completed recording.
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- Anonymous User
- 2018-10-26
Big juicy book!
Great read! Definitely more of an intellectual read. If you were expecting something like the other books, it’s not. Less entertaining, more deep thinking. Will definitely have to read it a couple of times to grasp all the material. Starts of a little slow (in my opinion) then for me picked up at the end! Lots on envy, group behaviour, past traumas, social norms, our mortality and death. Reader is fine, just no music in the background like other books. Thank you for all the hard work and effort you put into it!
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- dominic
- 2018-12-04
LOVE IT
if you are like me and someone who loves having a better understanding of people and where some of their actions and attitudes comes from this book is great.
additionally it's a great book to help you check yourself and some of your own bad habits and insecure behaviors..
If you are a parent or leader of any sort, I recommend this book.
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- Trent
- 2018-11-01
7 Books in One Epic
Robert tempers the aggressive macheavellian tone from his past works like The Laws of Power into something much more real. I would like to believe this is much closer to the real Robert. This monster has the value and volume of a half dozen quality books, and after 20 hours I was still totally engaged.
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- Anonymous User
- 2018-12-03
Read it at 1,25 x speed
Amazing piece of work, opens up your mind to a variety of ideas. It's packed with things that you did not know you knew, it objetively and scientificly disects the programming of what it means to be human.
In between these amazing points and to emphasize them, there are numerous examples and "tastings" of other great litterature and philisophy.
A must read for any person, will without a doubt read this many times through my life
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- F. AHMAD
- 2019-03-18
Twice as long as it should be
The historical stories and their psychological interpretations work very well. But, then, there is a lengthy and repetitive self-help-type section in each chapter that leaves the listener exasperated and finally exhausted. This book could easily be half as long and thus become twice as good.
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- DrJarom
- 2019-04-14
Wonderful historical stories coupled with bad advice
This book is an overreach of knowledge. Don’t get me wrong, there are many wonderful nuggets in this book. The advice, however, is only good for a segment of the population.
Examples:
When describing the evolution of an individual, it appears he believes that everyone will follow his life progression; that is being a rebellious youth who fights against his parents thinking. I would wager half the population are not wild child’s and rebel against their parents.
From this projection, he goes on to explain the importance of fighting against the old ideas of the past. His advice: when your gut is telling you not to fight against the establishment, that means you should push even harder. Wow. Really?
Another example of bad advice is when discussing how we should view death, that we should view our impending death as a deadline to create more urgency in life. This is the kind of advice one gives when they have just begun to contemplate death and is in itself a coping mechanism. This is horrible advice for the anxious mind but perhaps good advice for someone who thinks like Mr Greene.
The advice given will be great for some but devastating for others. Some of the bad advice is benign, such as looking into the stars at night to get a sense of the sublime. I have always felt the sublime by doing this but my wife has an opposite experience: it scares her.
This book would be great if after the stories, multiple perspectives were given with an understanding of individual personalities, rather than one guy’s opinion taken as laws. And also, 27 hours? Really? I think those who rated this so high perhaps were not listening with a questioning mind and were then influenced by the endowment affect: “I committed much of my life to this so it must be of great value.”
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- Juan
- 2018-11-08
Worst Book Ever!!!!
I’m kidding, I purchased both the audio and hard cover. Just on the first law I was blown away on how I thought I was rational but in reality I’m not. My favorite part of chapter 1 is something along the lines of “always look for the evidence that discredits your most cherished beliefs and the beliefs of others”
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- Mustapha Boukhari
- 2020-10-02
One of my favorite
Far from perfect, but so good. Really nothing more to add, I enjoyed it thoroughly
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- Shook-Pui
- 2020-04-05
A great book to be read and re-read
Highly insightful, well analysed and thought through, covering many laws of human nature. It is one of those must-read books for many of us in order to better navigate this short finite life.
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- Client d'Amazon
- 2019-03-20
A must!
Just loved it, I played it on 1.5 speed. Great narrative! Stunning stories from each part of history.