How to Use Your Enemies
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The best little black classic I've read yet!
It's comforting but also scary to know that humans really haven't changed since this book was written in the 1600s.
“In these witty, Machiavellian aphorisms, unlikely Spanish priest Baltasar Gracián shows us how to exploit friends and enemies alike to thrive in a world of deception and illusion.”
On those days I was ready this in public commute, people would look at me like I'm a fucking asshole of a person, I mean, How to Use Your Enemies, right? But all I got from this is how to laugh shit off! I think it's humorous and for a person who doesn't give a shit most of the time, I consider this as positive and a new way on how to look at life! Why so negative, people? Embrace the darkness and be free!
Most of the aphorisms make sense though chillingly Machiavellian in tone. Some however... are dated and quite hilarious if you really think about it. Still, this has been a fun read.