The Little Book of Cunning

How to develop an astute personality: Strategies, techniques and character traits

De: Lucas Bracco

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

This is the first and only treatise that explores true cunning!

This is not just another book on "dark psychology" or manipulation. This is the first and only book that delves into the art of real cunning, which will always be understood concerning practical intelligence, virtue, perspicacity, and noble sagacity. The difference between a cunning person and a manipulator is that the former has no malice or selfishness in his heart. While the manipulator seems to delight in deceiving and manipulating people, the cunning person only uses his trickery when the occasion warrants it and is always backed by truth, justice, and honesty.

Being cunning is not the same as being a manipulator. Unlike the manipulator, who acts with vileness and selfishness, the truly astute person always plays fair. The fights in which the cunning person fights are won with intelligence, but also with decency. He who wins with meanness very soon reaps the antipathy and contempt of others, and his victories turn into defeats. He who is truly shrewd never chooses to use illegitimate weapons and forbidden tricks. The manipulator manipulates others with traps and deception. The shrewd one knows that intelligence associated with generosity is always superior. While the manipulator is at ease in pettiness and cowardice, the cunning one is noble and does not compromise with baseness.

In this book, we'll explore various aspects of being cunning. We'll discuss the importance of reasoning, thinking ahead, and managing emotions. We'll also delve into the significance of being well-informed while maintaining a healthy dose of skepticism. Additionally, we'll examine the concept of vital astuteness —practical intelligence for navigating life and avoiding modern anxieties like depression and phobias, leading to peace and joy.

Furthermore, I'll examine a fundamental rule of cunning: keeping our intentions and plans hidden. I'll analyze the characteristics of a cunning personality in interpersonal interactions. We'll learn the fundamentals of building relationships, choosing the right friends, avoiding negative influences, and handling toxic individuals.

Our exploration will cover topics such as reputation management, effective communication (both verbal and non-verbal), persuasion, and influence. We'll also discuss techniques for planting ideas in others' minds, mastering the art of insinuation, and influencing their decisions.

Lastly, we'll emphasize the importance of humor in society and explore various techniques —such as irony, sarcasm, and imaginative comparisons— to become more enjoyable individuals.

"I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves; be ye therefore cunning as serpents, and harmless as doves."
— Jesus of Nazareth (Matthew, 10:16)