Description
When a journalist looks for facts and connections between people who are a huge success, the outcome is always interesting. Malcolm Gladwell wrote his third book ‘Outliers: The story of success’ after extensive research and many interviews. If one thinks about it, is it possible to find a pattern in all the success stories of the world? Is it lies that take you ahead on your journey or is it just destiny and hard work? This book is honest, audacious and direct. The book starts with discussing why all Canadian Ice hockey players are born in the first half of the calendar and he goes on to evaluate the opportunities that came to Bill Gates and other celebrities. This book was debuted at number one in New York time’s bestsellers list. The author talks about the “10-000 hour rule”, where he claims that to be successful and excellent at any skill, you need a practice of 10-000 hours. It was very well received by critics. It contains an easy language and thus is a light read and informative book. The book is divided in two parts: Opportunity and Legacy. The book is autobiographical in nature. Gladwell, through this book makes a point in front of the readers that no one in this world can succeed alone. Everyone needs factors and support of people going in their direction although it might not be evident at times. This book is a good read if you are looking for some answers to the question of success.
Pushpa (Verified Purchase)
I would highly recommend to anyone and everyone out there who wants to know the so called “secret to success” is not an overnight success miracle but it’s a series of opportunity joined together with the persistence and willingness one puts in it. Enough me talking, it’s just a must read.
Roopakala R (Verified Purchase)
Good book ! But Worth to read just one time. Some stories are Intriguing whereas some stories put you to sleep. There are big stories to explain about short concepts or events that made people successful. Instead It would be better if it covers more popular stories and anecdotes of winning and achievements but more succinctly.
Abhishek Kushwaha (Verified Purchase)
Very good book….Tough to read…Need some basic understanding…..English is also tough but once you get involved then nothing like it…..
Try your hand it….
pavan p (Verified Purchase)
Delivered in good time. Content of book from first 150 pages is useful after that there is no any relationship between name of book and content. The book only try to justify success with “Luck” “Chance” instead of any fundamental advice.
Vikas Pawar (Verified Purchase)
Good read in this book the author has described clearly about the opportunity what made outstanding folks outstanding.
One of the good book came across with that depth of historical data.