Psychology & Behavior

Self-Improvement

Society & Politics

Cultural Legacy

Decision Making

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Outliers

The Story of Success

by Malcolm Gladwell · 2008 · 304 pages

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About This Book

Malcolm Gladwell examines the factors that contribute to extraordinary levels of success, arguing that achievement is not merely a product of individual talent. He explores how cultural background, family, timing, and unique opportunities shape the trajectories of high achievers like Bill Gates and the Beatles.

Genres

Psychology & Behavior Self-Improvement Society & Politics

Topics

Cultural Legacy Decision Making Habits Meritocracy Opportunity Sociology Success

Book Details

Published

2008

Pages

304

Language

en

ISBN

9780316017923

Awards & Recognition

Time Top 10 Non-fiction Books (2008)San Francisco Chronicle 50 Best Non-fiction Books (2008)

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Narrated by Malcolm Gladwell

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