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Over the last summer I set out to read a few books with some of the free time that I had. The first I read was one enlightening, about self-esteem and the principles that bring about it. The second I just finished, titled "The Art of Seduction".



With some amusing symbolism on the front cover, the book looks to be like some religious document. Also, one who is interested in philosophy might take interest that the book is by Robert Green, who wrote the 48 Laws of Power.
This proves evident because this book is NOT an easy read. The style is narrative, but at the same time highly technical and Green uses some sophisticated language.

What this book is NOT:
"Step by Step", easy to follow guide to get in someone's pants (girl or guy)
Written for instant gratification
"morally correct".

What this book is:
Lists a thought-out, compilation of seductive personality types, one of which you will identify with at least a little bit; The Natural, The Rake, The Ideal Lover, The Coquette, The Dandy, The Siren.
Has a "road map" of concepts and notions that will lead someone to "fall in love", or be seduced by you.
Has some methods/ideas that would be considered "evil"
Supports its claims and concepts with historical events and diaries (Casanova, Cleopatra, Andy Warhol, etc)
For both sexes, and all orientations.

One of the claims the book lays is that in order to seduce someone, you need to look for a "weakness". This can be a lack of self-esteem, a lack of adventure in their lives, or a lack of excitement, etc. Once this weakness is found and confirmed, you dig it deeper. Say something that might reaffirm that they have this weakness, or turn cold against them because of it. Then, suddenly "fill the weakness. If they lacked adventure, you are suddenly the one to provide it to them. This forces them to become somewhat dependent on you, and to take you for granted far less. Without you, they feel like their life is drastically downgraded. To some, they might see this as evil and manipulative. You are forcing a person to become reliant on you for your own gain.

However, take a step back and look at the big picture. How many people have spoke of marriage and how their significant other "makes them feel complete". Those words strike an alarming parallel to those in the above paragraph. Marriage is the same possible dependency that is shown in the above paragraph. So is it "evil", by majority standards?

This is just one of the concepts that WILL wrap itself around your mind and make you think.

The book is aimed at much more then "short term flings". It's meant for actually getting into a relationship, and perhaps something longer.

My one negative comment about the book is that it presents you stories in detail, and than repeats them when referring to other concepts, but sort of reintroduces them as if they were new. Its unneeded repetition.

Read:
If you find yourself having trouble with the opposite sex and understanding humans at times.
If your able to put aside vastly held beliefs that you might of generated from society.
If you agree with the notion that we are a species that is rarely satisfied when things aren't kept "hot" and interesting.