The perfect gift book for the power hungry (and who doesn`t want power?) at an excellent price. The Concise Edition of an international bestseller. At work, in relationships, on the street or on the 6 o`clock news: the 48 Laws apply everywhere. For anyone with an interest in conquest, self-defence, wealth, power or simply being an educated spectator, The 48 Laws of Power is one of the most useful and entertaining books ever. This book `teaches you how to cheat, dissemble, feign, fight and advance your cause in the modern world.` (Independent on Sunday) The distilled wisdom of the masters - illustrated through the tactics, triumphs and failures from Elizabeth I to Henry Kissinger on how to get to the top and stay there. Wry, ironic and clever this is an indispensable and witty guide to power. The laws are now famous: Law 1: Never outshine the master Law 2: Never put too much trust in friends, learn how to use enemies Law 3: Conceal your intentions Law 4: Always say less than necessary