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The Art of Learning: An Inner Journey to Optimal Performance (Paperback)

by Josh Waitzkin (Author)
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  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: The Free Press; Reprint edition (18 Jul 2008)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0743277465
  • ISBN-13: 978-0743277464
  • Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 14 x 1.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 105,590 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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In THE ART OF LEARNING, Waitzkin offers an inside look at two of the world's most intense subcultures while also sharing the principles at the core of his success. One must focus on long-term goals, Waitzkin argues, instead of the immediate thrill of victory or crush of defeat, enduring the difficult periods that result in growth to reach higher levels of achievement. As the details of his life are unfolding, Waitzkin explains how these principles apply to his own story, creating a narrative that is as inspiring and instructional as it is gripping.


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Josh Waitzkin, an 8-time National Chess Champion in his youth, was the subject of the book and movie, Searching for Bobby Fischer. At 18, he published his first book, Josh Waitzkin's Attacking Chess. Since the age of 20, he has developed and been spokesperson for Chessmaster, the largest computer chess program in the world, currently in its 10th edition. Now a martial arts champion, he holds a combined 21 National Championship

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3.0 out of 5 stars Easy read but not that enlightening, 25 Sep 2008
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Josh Waitzkin's The Art of Learning is an easy book to read. Waitzkin writes with a fluent style and fills his pages with anecdotes. What the book lacks however is true insight into the learning process. There are no real concrete actions a reader can take to become a better learner, it all just remains fuzzy and vague and never truly coalesces into a coherent vision.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars A fun read, but probably not a life changer., 20 Jun 2008
By M. D. Beaney "mark_beaney" (UK) - See all my reviews
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I should start off by saying that I quite liked this book, but that it's probably not one I'd return to again and again.

Firstly, the good: the book is very well written; Waitzkin comes across as a likable character, and quite humble for someone who has so obviously been a high achiever in his chosen field. He does offer some good insights, in terms of being aware of the individual's underlying nature when learning and not trying to force onself down a path that contradicts that. Plus, the stories used to illustrate his points are largely engaging.

Where I think the book was disappointing, for me at least, was that a great deal of the observations about what makes a top performer (learning from mistakes, concentrating on gaining a deep understanding etc.) are, if not self-evident, then at least variations on things that have been written about elsewhere.

nevertheless, definitely worth a look.
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book.!, 24 Jan 2008
By Ben Quinn (UK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Art of Learning: A Journey in the Pursuit of Excellence (Hardcover)
This book is truly inspirational. It is one of the most informative, interesting and exciting books that I have read! The Art of Learning looks at the human condition with a great deal of insight and understanding.
Josh Waitzkin's understanding of the learning process is extremely pertinent and useful.


Waitzkin's knowledge of Chess and Tai Chi at the highest levels gives him a truly insightful awareness of the human condition in competition and under other forms of stress.
Situations that have heightened his perceptions of time and place, aware of these changed and altered states he has turned these issues to his advantage. Throughout his career he has overcome the greatest difficulties and setbacks to achieve his goals.

The over riding sensation in reading this book is Waitzkin's ability to progress and improve! In reading his accounts of his almost transcendental like states one becomes physically and mentally stronger, one becomes aware of ones potential and worth!

His Touch Hands World Finals in Taiwan, 2004, was a buzz to read.

I will be using his techniques too enhance the quality of my life and I will certainly recommend The Art of Learning to my friends.
I wish him every success in the future.

Ben Quinn.
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