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CAUTION !

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5.) CAUTION: these books contain power, should be read last, and handled with EXTREME caution...

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This category includes books on influence, persuasion, and power dynamics. These books offer practical guidance but come with a warning due to their potential for manipulation and ethical concerns.

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  • How to Win Friends and Influence People: Dale Carnegie's classic guide to effective communication and interpersonal skills.

  • 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Stephen Covey's framework for personal and professional success, emphasizing character, discipline, and proactive behavior.

  • Talking to Strangers: Malcolm Gladwell's exploration of human interactions, misunderstandings, and the consequences of miscommunication.

  • The Lucifer Effect: Philip Zimbardo's analysis of the factors that contribute to evil behavior and the power of situational forces.

  • The Dictator's Handbook: Bruce Bueno de Mesquita and Alastair Smith's examination of political power dynamics and the strategies used by leaders to maintain control.

  • 48 Laws of Power: Robert Greene's controversial guide to attaining and maintaining power, based on historical examples and Machiavellian principles.

  • The Laws of Human Nature: Robert Greene's exploration of human behavior, motivations, and the underlying psychological forces that drive our actions.

  • Just the Arguments: Michael Bruce and Steven Barbone's collection of the most significant philosophical arguments throughout history, presented in a concise and accessible format.

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