Mastery

By: Robert Greene

Narrated by: Fred Sanders

The #1 New York Times-bestseller from the author of The 48 Laws of PowerEach one of us has within us the potential to be a Master. Learn the secrets of the field you have chosen, submit to a rigorous apprenticeship, absorb the hidden knowledge possessed by those with years of experience, surge past competitors to surpass them in brilliance, and explode established patterns from within. Study the behaviors of Albert Einstein, Charles Darwin, Leonardo da Vinci and the nine contemporary Masters interviewed for this book.

The bestseller author of The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, and The 33 Strategies of War,Robert Greene has spent a liftime studying the laws of power. Now, he shares the secret path to greatness. With this seminal text as a guide, readers will learn how to unlock the passion within and become masters.

Critic reviews

Praise for Robert Greene

“Compelling.”—Forbes

“Greene’s specialty is analyzing the lives and philosophies of historical figures like Sun Tzu and Napoleon, and extracting from them tips on how to manipulate people and situations—a cutthroat worldview that has earned him a devoted following among a like-minded readership of rappers, drug dealers and corporate executives.”—The New York Times

"Illuminating.”—The Guardian

“Machiavelli has a new rival. And Sun Tzu had better watch his back. Greene . . . has put together a checklist of ambitious behavior. Just reading the table of contents is enough to stir a little corner-office lust.”—New York magazine

“Beguiling . . . literate . . . fascinating. A wry primer for people who desperately want to be on top.”—People magazine

“An heir to Machiavelli’s Prince . . . gentler souls will find this book frightening, those whose moral compass is oriented solely to power will have a perfect vade mecum.”—Publishers Weekly

must have for anyone wanting true success.

Where does Mastery rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is my favorite Audible book so far.

Who was your favorite character and why?

This book breaks down the reality of what regular studies are....egular teachers are....regular managers are...regular jobs are..regular results are......then it gives you the option to see what is better and focus on a [ath that will lead you to Mastery. Its a must have!

Have you listened to any of Fred Sanders’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

the ausio on this book is poor. It is nothing compared to How the win friends and influence people. even when turned all the way up it is hard to hear.. takes away from the Audio purpose truthfully. it is as critical to be produced well as a hit record in a recording studio. Needs re done

The history blended with the psychology

The author has a way of weaving the real stories of people into a gripping narrative and subsequent autopsy of their strengths and weaknesses. If you feel like you're on the road to mastery, this book will inspire and propel you to explore your true vocation. Stay the course.

nice

the book really goes into detail on how to master your own craft. it's a bit repetitive and long but still nice, i can defently say you will learn something new.

A timeless message that fits the times. 

I read reviews, but rarely write them, however I’m compelled to do so for this exceptional book. I’m 60 years old reinventing my life and ready for my next act. I’ve read a lot of books… from the Stoics, to Benjamin Franklin, to Sadhguru, to Cal Newport. A lot. Now I listen to a lot of books. This is one of the best. It’s well organized, super practical, meticulously researched and, that rarest quality of all, there is actually a BOOK’S worth of material here. Actionable material, tons of inspiration, and examples that are truly relevant. The author has a well-defined message to impart that he is passionate about and that is worth hearing. Best of all, he has done the work to really deliver value to his listeners. He has earned by respect. A lot of books these days could be blog posts. This is not one of those. Lastly, Fred Sanders is an exceptional narrator. One of the absolute best I’ve listened to. I highly recommend this book to anyone. Even though it is aimed to those decades younger than myself, it has organized my mind and helped me contextualize my life and all that I’ve learned so far and shown me a path forward. Good stuff. Highly recommended.

The first book I'd recommend for inner-driven people

One of the few books that I'll keep close to me.

Very articulate language and wording, carefully used to illustrate the concepts on how to master your potential in life. The biography information on historical figures that exemplify the master traits and achievements are very helpful and engaging.

I don't particularly agree with concepts from other books of Robert Greene, but this one is spot on!