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33 Strategies of War Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

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33 Strategies of War is a comprehensive guide to the subtle social game of everyday life, informed by the most ingenious and effective military principles in war. It's the I-Ching of conflict, the contemporary companion to Sun Tzu's The Art of War, and is abundantly illustrated with examples from history, including the folly and genius of everyone from Napoleon to Margaret Thatcher, Hannibal to Ulysses S. Grant, movie moguls to samurai swordsmen.

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  1. Listening Length
    27 hours and 30 minutes
  2. Author
    Robert Greene
  3. Narrator
    Donald Coren
  4. Audible release date
    July 22, 2015
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    HighBridge, a division of Recorded Books
  7. ASIN
    B012BI11W4
  8. Version
    Unabridged
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Listening Length 27 hours and 30 minutes
Author Robert Greene
Narrator Donald Coren
Audible.com Release Date July 22, 2015
Publisher HighBridge, a division of Recorded Books
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B012BI11W4
Best Sellers Rank #721 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#1 in Business Conflict Resolution & Mediation (Audible Books & Originals)
#1 in Business Conflict Resolution & Mediation (Books)
#21 in Business & Investing Skills

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Customers find the book informative and entertaining. They appreciate the well-researched strategies and lessons for life presented in clear language. The book's organization is praised as top-notch and easy to follow. Overall, customers consider it a worthwhile investment and praise the author's writing style.

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207 customers mention "Readability"203 positive4 negative

Customers find the book engaging and enjoyable to read. They describe it as a comprehensive and unique work with clear headings and summaries. The author is described as engaging and the layout is considered useful.

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175 customers mention "Information quality"168 positive7 negative

Customers find the book insightful and educational. They say it provides good lessons for life, with well-researched strategies that tie together well. The sources make this an encyclopedia collection of strategies. Readers appreciate the practical guidance and actionable tips, making it a good book for people who want to get the knowledge on strategies for daily life.

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Customers find the book's knowledge insightful. It explores strategies in depth, with clear lessons and examples. The strategies are well-thought-out and presented in easy-to-understand language. Readers appreciate the author's insights into human nature and tendencies. The book provides a manual for fighting the war of business with references to real scenarios and tactics.

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"...At 933 pages long, it is well-written and documented. Definitely a must-read for anyone interested in strategy!..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's entertainment value. They find the stories interesting and keep turning the pages.

"...All in all, you will find the stories interesting to keep turning the pages and wanting yourself to complete the end of a chapter in every..." Read more

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Customers appreciate the book's organization. They find the methods well-explained and accessible. The summary provides a quick overview, making it easy to digest the information. Overall, readers find the book easy to follow and understand.

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"...of forces, encirclement, divide-and-conquer, and feinting are well explained so one can incorporate them against everyday adversities...." Read more

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Customers find the book provides good value for money. They say the first chapter is worth the price, it's one of the best investments they've made, and Robert Greene's books are worth their weight in diamonds.

"...For me the historical examples alone are worth the price of the book, which I acquired in audio version and whose narration is sure to keep you..." Read more

"...The book is actually very interesting and worth it just for all the historical anecdotes (provided you like history) from both Eastern and Western..." Read more

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Customers appreciate the author's writing style and consider his opinions. They find the references to history, philosophy, and literature helpful in supporting key points of each chapter. The book covers military history and fascinating biographies of some of humanity's greatest figures.

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Customers have different views on the book's length. Some find it long and enjoyable, with great content. Others say it can be a bit long-winded at times and contains lengthy quoted texts from other great wars.

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  • Bartek
    5.0 out of 5 stars The 33 Strategies of War: A Must-Read for Strategic Thinkers!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2024
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    "The 33 Strategies of War" by Robert Greene is an insightful exploration of historical military tactics and their application to everyday life and personal challenges. This book offers a unique perspective on strategy, blending lessons from famous military leaders with practical advice for navigating conflicts, both big and small.

    Greene's writing is engaging and thought-provoking, making complex concepts accessible to readers from all backgrounds. Each strategy is backed by historical examples, providing a rich context that enhances understanding. From the "Self-Directed Warfare" strategy to the "Defensive Warfare" approach, Greene encourages readers to think critically about their own situations and how they can apply these lessons to achieve their goals.

    What I particularly appreciate about this book is its emphasis on psychological insight. Greene delves into the human mind, examining how emotions, perceptions, and social dynamics can influence outcomes in conflict. This depth of analysis sets it apart from other books on strategy and self-help.

    The layout of the book is also noteworthy, with clear headings and summaries that make it easy to digest the information. Each strategy is accompanied by actionable tips, making it a practical guide for anyone looking to improve their decision-making skills and approach challenges with a strategic mindset.

    Whether you're a business professional facing competition, a student navigating social dynamics, or simply someone interested in the art of strategy, "The 33 Strategies of War" offers valuable insights that can be applied in various aspects of life. Highly recommend for anyone seeking to sharpen their strategic thinking and enhance their ability to overcome obstacles!
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  • William J. Bahr
    5.0 out of 5 stars A modern-day classic of war strategy
    Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2023
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    This superlative book begins with a Table of Contents section that includes the chapter title and a portion of the chapter overview. This section provides a nice preview and, for later, an excellent refresher/reference. See the online “Look Inside” of the paperback version for this interesting and important overview.

    The Preface includes six fundamental ideals for transforming oneself into a strategic warrior in daily life:
    1. Look at things as they are, not as your emotions color them.
    2. Judge people by their actions.
    3. Depend upon your own arms (mind/intelligence).
    4. Worship Athena (goddess of strategic warfare/intelligence), not Ares (god of war).
    5. Elevate yourself above the battlefield (focus on long-term objectives).
    6. Spiritualize your warfare (challenge and improve yourself).

    General description of the book: There is one chapter for each of the 33 strategies, with no summary at the end. Each chapter is a collection of stories/examples of the discussed strategy in the way of extended quotes from other books, interspersed with shorter stories/quotes. Then comes an image in the form of a strategic thought with words filling a creative outline of the concept described. Then comes an “Authority” quote from a historic figure. Finally, there comes a “reversal” (counter or antidote to the strategy described). Surprisingly, there is no summary at the end of the book.

    Many of the strategies (“plans to gain an objective/win”) are stratagems (“artifices or tricks in war for deceiving and outwitting the enemy”). Some of the strategies are truly Machiavellian (amoral). However, the author neglects to emphasize that such strategies only work in the short term. The enemy learns. As well, your cohorts or allies also learn you are not to be trusted. A good bit of advice about character and virtue from Abraham Lincoln: “You can fool some of the people all of the time and all of the people some of the time, but you can’t fool all of the people all of the time.”

    Should the author ever wish to revise his book, here are a couple of items I would recommend he address: P 220 Sun-Tzu “4th century BC.” However, Sun-Tzu is claimed to have lived in the 6th century to the 5th century BC (544-496 BC). Page 231 “Next time you launch a campaign, try an experiment: do not think about either your solid goals or your wishful dreams, and do not plan out your strategy on paper. … Dreaming first of what you want and then trying to find the means to reach it is a recipe for exhaustion, waste, and defeat.” OTOH, this flies in the face of recommendations from many experts: First, determine your goal, then brainstorm for solutions, then evaluate your alternatives. At the end, if your effort provides no good path to your goal, consider adjusting your goal. P 316 “The North Vietnamese, meanwhile, did everything they could to win the peasants over and earned for themselves an army of millions of silent sympathizers.” The North Vietnamese Army and the Viet Cong intimidated and murdered the peasants as well. P 550 “…had it [the US] continued its march all the way to Baghdad in 1991, it could have forced Saddam Hussein out of office as a condition of peace, preventing a future war and saving countless lives.” Though the book was written in 2006, this option was and still is highly debatable. Mistakes were made both to how the Iraq I war (aka Gulf War, 1990-1991) started and ended, allowing Saddam to kill the Kurds in northern Iraq. In Iraq II (2003-2011), the demand for Saddam to rid himself of Weapons of Mass destruction was essentially forcing him to prove a negative (philosophically impossible). The end of Iraq II shows the US made plenty of mistakes, all of which goes to suggest that strategizing about Iraq was fraught with peril. P 587 Hitler’s “beloved dog, Biondi.” Blondi. P 668 “Tip and run raids by small bands of Cossacks.” Hit and run. “Tip and run” refers to a phrase used in the Second World War to denote a hurried and often indiscriminate air raid when small number of German planes crossed the English Channel and tipped (unloaded) their bombs onto coastal English towns and quickly headed back across the Channel.

    The above few issues notwithstanding, the book is outstanding. At 933 pages long, it is well-written and documented. Definitely a must-read for anyone interested in strategy!

    Of possible interest, a book on winning strategies used throughout history by 87 master strategists Strategic Advantage: How to Win in War, Business, and Life
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  • Alexander Yaroshewski
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books of all times🚀
    Reviewed in Mexico on August 6, 2024
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    This book opened my eyes to the fact that many situations in my life, which seemed random, were actually well planned by others. It is a bible for anyone looking to improve the quality of their personal or professional life. The book provides clear methodologies to achieve goals when dealing with people, competitors, and family problems.
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  • Kayléanne Leclerc
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book!
    Reviewed in Canada on December 5, 2023
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    This book is a mix of history and psychology and applies to anybody's day-to-day reality. You can relate to everything in this book.
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  • Oksana Len
    5.0 out of 5 stars amazing
    Reviewed in Germany on November 17, 2024
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    great book
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  • Reader-718
    5.0 out of 5 stars Man’s A Legend!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 1, 2024
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    Honestly, there’re very, very few who’ve written books like these. It’s a niche genre & it’s hugely popular. In all honesty, I believe if R.G. Could knock out ‘a book a year’ in quantity, people would buy them, every year!

    I’ve purchased all of the books both in paperback & digitally because: having these books in your pocket is quite simply a tactical advantage in so many ways in daily life. If you can only afford to do one or the other—go for digital. It tends to be cheaper & you’ve the flexibility of a ‘pocket’ library at your finger tips!

    Dear Robert, I know you are busy & living your life; however, if you feel like upping your releases to one every 24 months, I’m there, with you; buying those titles!
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  • 11/10 ⭐️
    5.0 out of 5 stars 10/10
    Reviewed in Sweden on July 31, 2024
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