1 / 2Mastery by Robert Greene, English Reprint
Mastery by Robert Greene explores the path to developing expertise through focused study, apprenticeship and learning from experienced practitioners. This English reprint is listed at 368 pages, with examples including Albert Einstein, Charles Darwin, Leonardo da Vinci and contemporary figures.
At a glance
- Discusses learning a chosen field through study, apprenticeship and the accumulated knowledge of experienced practitioners.
- Uses examples that include Albert Einstein, Charles Darwin, Leonardo da Vinci and nine contemporary figures interviewed for the book.
- A 368-page English reprint from Penguin Books.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Customer feedback describes the book as insightful and informative, with writing that readers find articulate and easy to follow.
- Its focus on sustained learning and the work involved in developing expertise may suit readers seeking direction for work or study.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Penguin Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Oct. 29 2013 |
| Edition | Reprint |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 368 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 014312417X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0143124177 |
| Weight listed | 590 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 16.64 x 2.74 x 23.37 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in personal development, deliberate learning and building expertise in a chosen field.
- People looking for an example-rich book to support reflection on work or study.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a technical manual or a short, step-by-step programme, rather than a broad discussion of mastery.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the book's ideas and informative content, and describes its writing as articulate and easy to read. Readers also report finding it useful and inspiring for work and study. The overall rating distribution is largely positive, though ratings include a smaller range of lower scores. This feedback may help readers considering a reflective, 368-page approach to learning, but does not establish that its guidance suits every field or reader.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the content as insightful and informative.
- Readers report that the writing is articulate and accessible.
- Feedback describes the book as useful and inspiring for work and studies.
Frequently asked questions
What is Mastery about?
The book presents a path to developing expertise through study, apprenticeship, absorbing experienced practitioners' knowledge and challenging established patterns.
Who is the author?
The listing identifies Robert Greene as the author.
What format and edition details are listed?
The listing gives an English reprint from Penguin Books, with 368 pages.
Is this book suited to career or study reflection?
Its stated focus is learning a chosen field and the work involved in mastery. Customer feedback also describes it as inspiring for approaching work and studies.
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