Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Cain thoughtfully explores the innumerable differences between introverts and extraverts, as well as the myriad ways in which introverts are misunderstood and underestimated in a culture driven by extraverted ideals. Or perhaps it is a normal book about a culture that feels very odd to me. Introverts may be an odd audience for a book about power and leadership concepts that necessarily involve the tiring and unappealing prospect of having power over, and leadership of. Filled with indelible stories of real people, this book shows how dramatically we undervalue introverts, and how much we lose in doing so. Passionately argued and superbly researched, quiet shows how dramatically we undervalue introverts, and how much we lose in doing so. Cains intelligence, respect for research, and vibrant prose put quiet in an elite class with the best books from malcolm gladwell, daniel pink, and other masters of psychological nonfiction. Maybe the extrovert ideal is no longer as powerful as it was. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Cain argues that modern western culture misunderstands and undervalues the traits and capabilities of introverted people, leading to a colossal waste of talent, energy, and happiness. The secret strengths of introverts was released in may, 2016 from dial books in the u. Translated into more than forty languages, quiet has appeared on many best of lists, spent more than seven years on the new york times bestseller list, and.
The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking in 2012, it was a big success. Cain hooks you with a great story on page 1 and doesnt let up till the elegant ending. Book summary of quiet by susan cain buy the book here. Susan cain is the cofounder of quiet revolution and the author of quiet. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking is a 2012 nonfiction book written by susan cain. Quiet is smart, eyeopening, and utterly enjoyable, for introverts and extroverts alike. Susan cain sparked a worldwide conversation with her highlyacclaimed ted talk and book quiet. Susan cain is the cofounder of quiet revolution llc and the author of the awardwinning new york times bestseller quiet. Quiet is a very timely book, and cains central thesis is fresh and important.
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In a world filled with loud, extroverted people its easy to bypass the quiet thinkers, and susan cain is on a mission to prevent that from happening. A charming, articulate man, he confided to me that his interest in the field came from his own struggles with shyness. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking cain offers a wealth of useful advice for teachers and parents of introverts. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking, which has sold over 2 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. In a world which responds to the loudest voice, this is a timely reminder of the power of quiet, and how the balance of both is the best way forward. This book talks about the power of introverts to go beyond their tendencies in situations where they are passionate about what they are doing. Discover book depositorys huge selection of fred sokolow books online. Quiet is a book of liberation from old ideas about the value of introverts. Although they are often labeled quiet, it is to introverts that we owe many of the great contributions to society, from van goghs sunflowers to the invention of the personal computer. The author susan cain says that one in three people are introverts, although you might not be able to spot them, a lot of introverts learn to act extroverted.
Quiet the power of introverts in a world that cant stop. The power of introverts in a world that cant stop talking 2012 is an intriguing and important work. As an unabashed introvert and someone who has read numerous books about this personality type, i was both eager and curious to read the new it book on the subject. In quiet, susan cain argues that we dramatically undervalue introverts and shows how much we lose in doing so.
Cain argues that modern western culture misunderstands and undervalues the traits and capabilities of introverted people, leading to a colossal waste of talent, energy, and happiness the book presents a history of how western culture transformed from a culture of character to. Ukulele for beginners by tom fleming, 9781782745181, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Susan cain is the author of the sunday times and new york times bestseller quiet. This book provides valuable insights for everyone interested in how people work, and how they can be their best. But, as susan cain argues in this passionate talk, introverts bring extraordinary talents and abilities to the world, and should be encouraged and celebrated. Named one of the top ten influencers in the world by linkedin, susan cain is a renowned speaker and the author of the awardwinning books quiet power, quiet journal, and quiet.
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