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by George K Simon (Author)
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  • Paperback: 172 pages
  • Publisher: A. J. Christopher & Company (Sep 1996)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 096516960X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0965169608
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.7 x 1 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 5,999 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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39 of 39 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Helpful and Insightful, 22 Jun 2007
A great little book that in a light and clear way outlines the different kinds of manipulative people and the strategies that are most commonly used by the manipulators. It also gives steps and strategies of how to deal with manipulators.

Mr Simon outlines the flaws with classical psychological theories in regard to the issue of manipulative people and why we need to move on.

He writes: "...we have been pre-programmed to believe that people only exhibit problem behaviours when they're "troubled" inside or anxious about something. We've have also been taught that people aggress only when they're attacked in some way. So even when our gut tells us that somebody is attacking us and for no good reason, or merely trying to overpower us, we don't readily accept the notions. We usually start to wonder what's bothering the person so badly "underneath it all" that's making them act in such a disturbing way....We almost never think that the person is simply fighting to get something they want, to have their way with us, or gain the upper hand."

The book is full of examples to illustrate what is being explained and on top of it there is a chapter called "The manipulative child".
Working in a school with children I found this chapter most helpful and would recommend this book to any parent, though it is equally recommendable to anyone as we all face manipulative people in daily interactions.
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45 of 46 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars So useful I keep referring back to it, 23 April 2007
This is a fairly short book, the edition I've got runs to just under 150 pages. but what a book! It very clearly goes through all the aspect of covert aggression, and how to deal with it. It is amazing how much simpler it is to deal with manipulation when you can instantly see what covert techniques are being used on you.

Most manipulations are so succesful purely because the victim isn't even aware of what is happening, he just feels that something isn't right but goes along with it anyway. The classic ones being the guilt trip and the pity trip - both are sure-fire indicators that you are being manipulated via your emotions. It also covers more obvious aspects of bullying behaviour and how to turn the situation around without being sucked into the dynamic.

A fantastic little book that can completely turn your life around. It is written in very clear language, very easy to understand and doesn't require you to have a degree in psychology to get the most out of it. I have to keep lending it out to my friends and family as it is so useful!
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37 of 39 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Short, sharp guide to getting real and avoiding abuse, 16 Mar 2007
Having read dozens (probably hundreds) of 'How to' guides on life, love and work - THIS BOOK STANDS OUT. It is a particularly superb resource for those being bullied (by committee members, colleagues, boss, partner, whomever!)The author emphasises how to recognise your own unrealistic expectations, how you may unknowlingly become attractive to manipulators and how to handle the situation. I also recommend 'Take the bully by the horns' by Sam Horn.
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4.0 out of 5 stars helpful but...
This is a very helpful book in identifying the various types of manipulation that exist - indeed much of the book is devoted to the various types that exist in all people. Read more
Published 2 months ago by AMK

5.0 out of 5 stars the best book on emotional manipulation...
the best book i have read on emotional manipulation... 150 pages that gets straight to the point...
Published 5 months ago by poor man

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, Buy it
This is a great, thought provoking, practical book. Can't recommend it highly enough as I have found it really useful. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Lady Lisa

4.0 out of 5 stars excellent little book to pass round
This book is a bit short but packed with some very good advice.

I have returned to this book recently after reading quite a bit about Stalin. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Sally Wilton

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential defense in today's society
Have you ever encountered someone who often makes you feel something is "not right" after parting? Some part of you seems to be telling that you have been given the short end of... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Phung Minh Hoang

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Informative
This book is invaluable for learning about manipulative people. It tells, in easy to understand language, how to spot and respond to those who are out to manipulate you... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Lynne Grey

5.0 out of 5 stars Everyday kung fu for dealing with the jerks life brings your way
Pithy and often funny, I have recommended this book to every one I know and bought extra copies for my kids when they went out into the work world. Read more
Published 20 months ago by C. MacCallum

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Good Read
I found this book to be a great, easy to follow overview of how to deal with and identify manipulative people. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Susan W

1.0 out of 5 stars Big disappointment - little to learn
It was fun reading introduction. However when I came to the middle of it, I felt disappointed. This book gave couples of examples, categorized technique, and that's it. Read more
Published on 19 Sep 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Beware.... Read with extreem caution
As a psychiatric nurse, the notion of manipulation crops up time and time again. In order to acheive a balanced perspective I felt it neccessary to explore this issue and gain a... Read more
Published on 29 Jun 2001 by drscrott@yahoo.com

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