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.
Mihir B.Thakkar (Verified Purchase)
A lot of history goes into everything, but circumstances always have a part to play.
You always stand on the tall shoulders of your predecessors. Not everything you inherit might be useful, so just take the relevant and continue to build the new for the generations to come
Manisha Singh (Verified Purchase)
Awesome book on opportunities, circumstances and ecosystem explained by Malcom which shapes person persona.. loved the detailed analysis and case studies
ManiDeep Malla (Verified Purchase)
According to the author of this book success is not a random event, in order to become successful in life you have to be at the right place at the right time with the right skill set. I do not agree with this idea of success but definitely the book is very well written.
Arkajeet Ray (Verified Purchase)
Excellently written book. Absorbable reading. Infact once I started I found it difficult to put it down. Finished at amost one go. It’s got good examples and some I could relate to straightway. Especially about cultures and kids birth dates etc. makes so much of sense. Also, the writing style is lucid and in manner of. Good story teller. Good book. Must read
Ruby Mallick (Verified Purchase)
I like to read. But lately I could not finish any book. After a big gap in time, I was hooked to this book. I wanted to know , wanted to come back, wanted to know more, learn more.