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“He had a simple maxim for all competitive or adversarial situations: work out what the other party least wants you to do, and then do it. Relieving your feelings was fun, but the best course of action was to make things as difficult as possible for the person trying to make things difficult for you.”

Quote by John Lanchester

Book:Capital

Work

Capital

Written by Karl Marx, this influential book delves into the economic and social structures of capitalism, analyzing its historical development and potential consequences. more

Author

John Lanchester
John Lanchester

John Lanchester is a British journalist born on February 25, 1962. Known for his insightful observations of contemporary society and culture, his work spans across novels, criticism, and reporting. more

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