The catalyst of the Quiet Revolution, the very book that ignited its spark…
QUIET: The Power Of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking – By Susan Cain
A minimum of one-third of the individuals within our circles are introverts. They are the ones who find solace in listening rather than speaking; those who are inventive and artistic but averse to self-promotion; individuals who thrive on independent work over group collaboration. It’s from the introverts—figures like Rosa Parks, Chopin, Dr. Seuss, and Steve Wozniak—that many of society’s remarkable contributions stem.
In her work “Quiet,” Susan Cain contends that we grossly underestimate the value of introverts and illustrates the considerable losses we incur by doing so. She traces the ascent of the Extrovert Ideal over the course of the twentieth century and probes how deeply it has pervaded our cultural fabric. Moreover, she introduces us to accomplished introverts—from a charismatic, high-energy public speaker who rejuvenates through solitude after his presentations, to a record-breaking salesperson who quietly harnesses the potency of inquiry. Rendered with fervent advocacy, meticulously researched, and replete with poignant anecdotes of actual individuals, “Quiet” possesses the capability to fundamentally alter our perspective on introverts and, just as significantly, to reshape their own self-perception.
This edition comes enriched with Extra Libris content, encompassing a reader’s guide and supplementary material to further enrich the reading experience.
