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fallen angels by walter dean myers

Posted on 20 October 20148 October 2019 By antipaucity 1 Comment on fallen angels by walter dean myers

When I reviewed Germline by T C McCarthy, I mentioned it reminded me of a scifi-ified version of a book I’d read years ago about the Vietnam War. I came across that book today, and it is entitled “Fallen Angels” by Walter Dean Myers (which, ftr, I only bought in the first place because he…

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preach the need for change, but never reform too much at once – law 45 – #48laws by robert greene

Posted on 13 October 201430 January 2013 By antipaucity No Comments on preach the need for change, but never reform too much at once – law 45 – #48laws by robert greene

Law 45 Everyone understands the need for change in the abstract, but on the day-to-day level people are creatures of habit. Too much innovation is traumatic, and will lead to revolt. If you are new to a position of power, or an outsider trying to build a power base, make a show of respecting the…

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disarm and infuriate with the mirror effect – law 44 – #48laws by robert greene

Posted on 27 September 201430 January 2013 By antipaucity No Comments on disarm and infuriate with the mirror effect – law 44 – #48laws by robert greene

Law 44 The mirror reflects reality, but it is also the perfect tool for deception: When you mirror your enemies, doing exactly as they do, they cannot figure out your strategy. The Mirror Effect mocks and humiliates them, making them overreact. By holding up a mirror to their psyches, you seduce them with the illusion…

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work on the hearts and minds of others – law 43 – #48laws by robert greene

Posted on 13 September 201430 January 2013 By antipaucity No Comments on work on the hearts and minds of others – law 43 – #48laws by robert greene

Law 43 Coercion creates a reaction that will eventually work against you. You must seduce others into wanting to move in your direction. A person you have seduced becomes your loyal pawn. And the way to seduce others is to operate on their individual psychologies and weaknesses. Soften up the resistant by working on their…

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strike the shepherd and the sheep will scatter – law 42 – #48laws by robert greene

Posted on 27 August 201430 January 2013 By antipaucity No Comments on strike the shepherd and the sheep will scatter – law 42 – #48laws by robert greene

Law 42 Trouble can often be traced to a single strong individual – the stirrer, the arrogant underling, the poisoner of goodwill. If you allow such people room to operate, others will succumb to their influence. Do not wait for the troubles they cause to multiply, do not try to negotiate with them – they…

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avoid stepping into a great man’s shoes – law 41 – #48laws by robert greene

Posted on 13 August 201430 January 2013 By antipaucity No Comments on avoid stepping into a great man’s shoes – law 41 – #48laws by robert greene

Law 41 What happens first always appears better and more original than what comes after. If you succeed a great man or have a famous parent, you will have to accomplish double their achievements to outshine them. Do not get lost in their shadow, or stuck in a past not of your own making: Establish…

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despise the free lunch – law 40 – #48laws by robert greene

Posted on 27 July 201430 January 2013 By antipaucity No Comments on despise the free lunch – law 40 – #48laws by robert greene

Law 40 What is offered for free is dangerous – it usually involves either a trick or hidden obligation. What has worth is worth paying for. By paying your own way you stay clear of gratitude, guilt, and deceit. It is also often wise to pay the full price – there is no cutting corners…

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