I read The 48 Laws of Power a few months ago, and I keep seeing people praise it like it’s some kind of must-read.
But honestly, I thought it was pretty unsettling. A few parts were interesting, sure, but the overall vibe felt manipulative, cold, and honestly kind of toxic. Maybe I’m missing the bigger point, but it didn’t really feel like the kind of book I’d recommend to people.
What’s your take on it?
Do people actually find it useful, or is it just one of those books that sounds deeper than it really is?