The Art of Seduction

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From the author of the multi-million copy bestsellerThe 48 Laws of Power and The Laws of Human Nature, a mesmerizing handbook on seduction- the most subtle and effective form of power When raised to the level of art, seduction, an indirect and subtle form of power, has toppled empires, won elections and enslaved great minds. Immerse yourself in the twenty-four maneuvers and strategies of the seductive process, the ritual by which a seducer gains mastery over his target. Understand how to "Poeticize Your Presence," "Keep them in Suspense - What Comes Next" and "Master the Art of the Bold Move". Every bit as essential asThe 48 Laws of Power,The Art of Seductionis an indispensable primer of persuasion that reveals one of history's greatest weapons and the ultimate form of power.

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Priase for the work of Robert Greene: "Compelling."Forbes

"Greenes specialty is analyzing the lives and philosophies of historical figures like Sun Tzu and Napoleon, and extracting from them tips on how to manipulate people and situationsa cutthroat worldview that has earned him a devoted following among a like-minded readership of rappers, drug dealers and corporate executives."The New York Times

"Illuminating."The Guardian

Machiavelli has a new rival. And Sun Tzu had better watch his back. Greene . . . has put together a checklist of ambitious behavior. Just reading the table of contents is enough to stir a little corner-office lust.New York magazine

Beguiling . . . literate . . . fascinating. A wry primer for people who desperately want to be on top.People magazine

An heir to Machiavellis Prince . . . gentler souls will find this book frightening, those whose moral compass is oriented solely to power will have a perfect vade mecum.Publishers Weekly

Author Bio

Robert Greene,the #1New York Timesbestselling author ofThe 48 Laws of Power,The 33 Strategies of War,The Art of Seduction,Mastery,andThe Laws of Human Nature,is an internationally renowned expert on power strategies. He lives in Los Angeles. Joost Elffers is the packaging genius behind Viking Studio's Secret Language series, Play with Your Food, and How Are You Peeling He lives in New York City.