The Art of Seduction
- ISBN13: 9780142001196
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Product DescriptionThis mesmerizing exploration of the most subtle, elusive, and effective form of power is a masterful analysis of civilization’s greatest seducers, from Cleopatra to JFK, as well as the classic literature of seduction from Freud to Kierkegaard and Ovid to Casanova. Robert Greene once again identifies the rules of a timeless, amoral game and explores how to cast a spell, break down resistance, and, ultimately, compel a target to surrender. Presenting the timeless profiles of each type of seducer and the twenty-four maneuvers that will guide you step by step in the game of seduction, The Art of Seduction is an indispensable primer of persuasion that reveals the timeless power of this age-old art.
The money can be better spent on a nice glass of wine. Rating: 2 / 5
I got this book as a gift and made the mistake of leaving it lying around. Unless you’re in a relationship already and your girlfriend is cool with it, hide it or get rid of it. I had a date who turned an ran as soon as she saw it. I tossed it the second the door clicked close. Other than that, I couldn’t really get into it enough to make a judgemnt about how good it is. Rating: 1 / 5
The best I can say for Robert Greene is that he is an entertaining writer. This book is pretty much “The Rules” with a literary bent and an intellectual pretense. O. K. , maybe some of this stuff will work — but if you want a real, lasting relationship, this is not how to do it. If you are very young, and naive, this book may give you some insight into the psychological motives of some of those who would take advantage of you. Greene has a point, but his stance of manipulate before others manipulate you, is in the long run, not going to make the world a better place. Nor will it give the mature adult a true sense of happiness. If you want a one night stand, try this stuff, it will probably work. If you want a lasting relationship, this is not how to do it. Apply this stuff to the media and politics, and it lends some insight to how politics and the media manipulate the public. Finally, this book does address both sexes (unlike many books of this genre dedicated to making mostly women feel horribly insecure) yet I found the text to be more male-oriented. This book is pretty pretentious stuff, but I have to hand it to the writer, it was a fun (but sometimes repetitive) read. Don’t take this stuff too seriously, kids. Rating: 2 / 5
I have tried to get an Order # for this purchase and nothing comes up. My credit card was charged but the book was never received. Can you please provide me with the sellers info. Rating: 1 / 5
This item was given as a gift to a friend, who specifically requested it, and expressed great satisfaction on receiving it. Pricing, delivery and product integrity were all satisfactory. My rating it a 4 out of a possible 5 reflects only the fact that I lack first hand experience with the purchased item, and can only reflect the limited information conveyed to me by its recipient. Rating: 4 / 5