Art of Worldly Wisdom

English

ISBN: 1590304020

EAN: 9781590304020

Category: Philosophy / Buddhist

Publisher: Shambhala Publications, Incorporated

Release Date: 09/30/2006

Synopsis: Written in the seventeenth century, THE ART OF WORLDLY WISDOM has become an underground best seller, valued for its timeless insights on how to make ones way in the world. The author, Baltasar Graci n, was a chaplain, confessor, college administrator, and professor who lived a courtiers life in the company of viceroys, aristocrats, statesmen, and military leaders. In three hundred maxims, Graci n offers sage advice on how to impress superiors, confound rivals, and get the most from subordinates. Like Sun Tzus ART OF WAR, Machiavellis PRINCE, and Lao Tzus TAO TE CHING, Graci ns ART OF WORLDLY WISDOM is one of those rare books that serve as enlightening guides and companions for life.

Art of Worldly Wisdom

Illustrated: No

Format: Paperback

Height: 0.63 inches

Width: 4.33 inches

Length: 6.77 inches

Weight: 3.88 oz

Pages: 208