The Confidence Game: Summary & Review
“The Confidence Game” (2016) is a book about con artists, snake oil salesmen, and manipulators. Maria Konnikova, the author, seeks to go at the psychological …
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Machiavellianism: The Psychology of Manipulation
“Machiavellianism” (2017) is a book on Machiavellianism and the psychology of manipulation. The author defines the book as “the first comprehensive psychological book on Machiavellianism …
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Emotional Blackmail: Summary & Review
In Emotional Blackmail (1998) author Susan Forward analyzes the manipulative dynamics between emotionally close individuals -be it family, close friends, or intimate relationships-.Forward writes from …
Pimpology – The 48 Pimp Rules: Summary
Pimpology: The 48 Laws of the Game (2007) spoofs in the title the “48 Laws of Power” by Robert Greene. Pimpin’ Ken, the author, teaches social …
Who’s Pulling Your Strings? Summary & Review
Who’s Pulling Your Strings? (2013) is an overview of interpersonal manipulation. Dr. Harriet Braiker, the author, discusses the manipulators’ motivations and strategies, as well as …
