Some laws teach the need for prudence (“Law 1: Never Outshine the Master”), others teach the value of confidence (“Law 28: Enter Action with Boldness”), and many recommend absolute self-preservation (“Law 15: Crush Your Enemy Totally”). In the book that People magazine proclaimed “beguiling” and “fascinating,” Robert Greene and Joost Elffers have distilled three thousand years of the history of power into 48 essential laws by drawing from the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, and Carl Von Clausewitz and also from the lives of figures ranging from Henry Kissinger to P.T. In addition to his writing, Greene has worked as a consultant for businesses and Hollywood films, and has spoken at various conferences and events around the world.Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this multi-million-copy New York Times bestseller is the definitive manual for anyone interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control – from the author of The Laws of Human Nature. He often presents his ideas in a provocative and controversial manner, challenging readers to think differently about power, success, and human nature.

Greene's books draw heavily on historical examples and the lives of famous figures, such as Napoleon Bonaparte, Sun Tzu, and Benjamin Franklin. He has also written several other popular books, including 'The Art of Seduction,' 'The 33 Strategies of War,' and 'Mastery.' Greene is best known for his book 'The 48 Laws of Power,' which has been translated into 24 languages and sold over 1.2 million copies in the United States alone. He was born on May 14, 1959, in Los Angeles, California. Robert Greene is an American author and speaker known for his books on strategy, power, and seduction. Re-create yourself by forging a new identity, one that commands attention and never bores the audience.Create a sense of urgency and desperation to get what you want.

Keep others in suspended terror by cultivating an air of unpredictability and danger.Get others to do the work for you, and take credit for their achievements.Pose as a friend, but work as a spy to gather information and gain the upper hand.Play on people’s need to believe in something, and create a cult-like following.Never appear too perfect or flawless, as it will create resentment and envy in others.Always make those above you feel superior, and use flattery and praise to gain favor.Always say less than necessary, and let others talk themselves into revealing their weaknesses.Use selective honesty and deception to manipulate those around you.Here are ten lessons from 'The 48 Laws of Power' by Robert Greene:

The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene