
Titles in This Set
The Concise 48 Laws of Power
The Concise Laws of Human Nature
The Concise Mastery
The Concise Art of Seduction
The Concise 33 Strategies of War
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124236663
Publisher: Profile Books
Overview
The Concise Series distills five of Robert Greene's most influential works on power, psychology, mastery, seduction, and strategy into compact paperback editions. Perfect for readers who want Greene's core insights without the length of the originals, this set covers The 48 Laws of Power, The Laws of Human Nature, Mastery, The Art of Seduction, and The 33 Strategies of War. Each title stands alone as a practical guide, yet together they form a toolkit for understanding influence, human behavior, and strategy, ideal for professionals and students drawn to Greene's sharp, historically grounded style.
About the Books
Robert Greene built his reputation turning history and psychology into sharp, quotable principles, and the Concise Series distills that work into leaner, faster-reading editions. The Concise 48 Laws of Power condenses his bestselling debut into numbered laws about influence and timing. The Concise Laws of Human Nature shortens Greene's study of eighteen aspects of human behavior, from narcissism to envy, into a quicker read. The Concise Mastery traces the path from apprentice to expert through figures like Charles Darwin and Leonardo da Vinci. The Concise Art of Seduction reframes charm as learnable strategy, drawing on history's famous seducers. The Concise 33 Strategies of War translates battlefield thinking into guidance for everyday competition and negotiation. Sized for easy reading on a commute or at a desk, the set works as a standalone crash course in Greene's ideas or a lighter companion to the full-length originals.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
The Concise 48 Laws of Power — condenses Greene's landmark study of influence into numbered laws with historical examples.
The Concise Laws of Human Nature — shortens Greene's study of eighteen aspects of human behavior into a faster read.
The Concise Mastery — traces the path from apprentice to expert through figures like Charles Darwin and Leonardo da Vinci.
The Concise Art of Seduction — reframes charm and persuasion as strategy, drawing on history's famous seducers.
The Concise 33 Strategies of War — translates military strategy into guidance for everyday competition and conflict.
About the Author
Robert Greene is an American author known for his books on strategy, power, and human behavior, including The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, Mastery, The 33 Strategies of War, and The Laws of Human Nature. Before writing full time, he worked as an editor at Esquire and held various jobs in film and publishing, experiences that shaped his interest in historical pattern and human motivation. Greene studied classical studies at university and draws heavily on history throughout his work.
Why You'll Love This Set
This set delivers Greene's biggest ideas in a lighter, faster-reading format, perfect as a gift, a beach read, or a business library refresh. Whether you're building strategy skills or simply enjoy a sharp historical anecdote, these five paperbacks make a thoughtful birthday or holiday gift for readers who like their non-fiction quotable and to the point.
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