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The Art of Hunting Humans: A radical and confronting explanation of the human mind
The Art of Hunting Humans is a 2019 Readers' Favorite Silver Medal Winner!
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Imagine there was an evil alien society that had this bizarre interest in hunting humans for leisure.
Now, imagine they prepared a full guide to teach their own kind how we think, socialize, and most of all, how to spot our weaknesses.
Finally, imagine that you got your hands on a copy of one of those guides. Wouldn’t you want to read it to understand if there really is a threat? If there was, wouldn’t you want to learn what the aliens know about us to better prepare to defend yourself and those you love?
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The Art of Hunting Humans presents key aspects of the human mind. With straightforward language, weird metaphors and practical examples, it enables readers to understand human behaviour and evaluate their lives from an outsider’s perspective.
Designed to challenge rather than comfort, The Art of Hunting Humans sets itself apart from anything else written in its field. The result is a sceptical, radical explanation of the mind that provides extraordinary insights into the inner worlds of human beings.
BOOK BLURB:
The age-old art of human hunting is one you must orchestrate with care. In The Art of Hunting Humans, you’ll learn essential facts about Earth’s smartest primate and discover mistakes that are common among hunters while in pursuit of their prey.
Whether you are an experienced hunter or a novice, this guide is essential reading. In it, you’ll learn the major steps for a hunt — from correct observation and selection of your prey to choosing the tastiest bait. It will reveal how to leverage humans’ self-ignorance and strange behaviours and expose flaws of which they are oblivious. At the end of the book, you will have the opportunity to meet the SUPERIORS — creatures like no other. You’d better be ready!
Even if you’re a seasoned hunter, The Art of Hunting Humans provides extraordinary insights into human behaviour as well as tips that will blow your mind.
Almost everything in this book is a trap. Enjoy!
***
Imagine there was an evil alien society that had this bizarre interest in hunting humans for leisure.
Now, imagine they prepared a full guide to teach their own kind how we think, socialize, and most of all, how to spot our weaknesses.
Finally, imagine that you got your hands on a copy of one of those guides. Wouldn’t you want to read it to understand if there really is a threat? If there was, wouldn’t you want to learn what the aliens know about us to better prepare to defend yourself and those you love?
--
The Art of Hunting Humans presents key aspects of the human mind. With straightforward language, weird metaphors and practical examples, it enables readers to understand human behaviour and evaluate their lives from an outsider’s perspective.
Designed to challenge rather than comfort, The Art of Hunting Humans sets itself apart from anything else written in its field. The result is a sceptical, radical explanation of the mind that provides extraordinary insights into the inner worlds of human beings.
BOOK BLURB:
The age-old art of human hunting is one you must orchestrate with care. In The Art of Hunting Humans, you’ll learn essential facts about Earth’s smartest primate and discover mistakes that are common among hunters while in pursuit of their prey.
Whether you are an experienced hunter or a novice, this guide is essential reading. In it, you’ll learn the major steps for a hunt — from correct observation and selection of your prey to choosing the tastiest bait. It will reveal how to leverage humans’ self-ignorance and strange behaviours and expose flaws of which they are oblivious. At the end of the book, you will have the opportunity to meet the SUPERIORS — creatures like no other. You’d better be ready!
Even if you’re a seasoned hunter, The Art of Hunting Humans provides extraordinary insights into human behaviour as well as tips that will blow your mind.
Almost everything in this book is a trap. Enjoy!
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May 10, 2019
THE ART OF HUNTING HUMANS is brilliant. It's so good, in fact, that I almost wish it wasn't readily available to the type of people who would actually seek out a book with this title and focus.
Sidney Mazzi is an exceptionally astute observer of human nature and how communication (or the lack thereof) influences our behavior, from sales to media (as if those are really so different) to interpersonal relationships. He lays out the process--and provides more than enough background knowledge to understand the reasoning behind the process--for manipulating weak-minded people easily and most other people with some preparation and ill intent.
Of course there have been other books about manipulating people, but they're usually written from a gentler perspective. This book says explicitly, "Here's how humans and the the human thought process are flawed and weak, and here's how yo can capitalize on that to make people think and do what you want." I hope Mazzi's persistent reference to other humans as "prey" is simply an over-the-top literary mechanism, a la "A Modest Proposal," and not his genuine outlook on his fellow humans, but either way, a theme and style are maintained throughout and it works. (Even while being a little bit upsetting if you take it seriously.)
This book strikes me as especially appropriate for our current political climate in the U.S., in which many of these techniques are being employed by the sitting administration, much to the horror of those of us who are cognizant enough to recognize what's happening.
Sidney Mazzi is an exceptionally astute observer of human nature and how communication (or the lack thereof) influences our behavior, from sales to media (as if those are really so different) to interpersonal relationships. He lays out the process--and provides more than enough background knowledge to understand the reasoning behind the process--for manipulating weak-minded people easily and most other people with some preparation and ill intent.
Of course there have been other books about manipulating people, but they're usually written from a gentler perspective. This book says explicitly, "Here's how humans and the the human thought process are flawed and weak, and here's how yo can capitalize on that to make people think and do what you want." I hope Mazzi's persistent reference to other humans as "prey" is simply an over-the-top literary mechanism, a la "A Modest Proposal," and not his genuine outlook on his fellow humans, but either way, a theme and style are maintained throughout and it works. (Even while being a little bit upsetting if you take it seriously.)
This book strikes me as especially appropriate for our current political climate in the U.S., in which many of these techniques are being employed by the sitting administration, much to the horror of those of us who are cognizant enough to recognize what's happening.
May 30, 2019
The Art of Hunting Humans is a fantastic book that starts with a simple idea and keeps expanding on it until it alters your entire view of how the human mind works.
I have read many books on psychology before but have never heard the ideas presented in this book. The analogy of hunting sets up the perfect scenario to learn about human behavior and the way the mind works. You will learn a lot about yourself and the reason you are the way you are.
It is a fun read that's easy to understand and hard to put down. You will find yourself "hunting" immediately after reading, and the way you look at the world will be changed forever.
I have read many books on psychology before but have never heard the ideas presented in this book. The analogy of hunting sets up the perfect scenario to learn about human behavior and the way the mind works. You will learn a lot about yourself and the reason you are the way you are.
It is a fun read that's easy to understand and hard to put down. You will find yourself "hunting" immediately after reading, and the way you look at the world will be changed forever.
July 8, 2019
Fascinating!
Initially the title of this book, The Art of Hunting Humans by Sidney Mazzi was disturbing and off-putting for me. However, once I started reading this book, I was intrigued by the writing style and the comparison that the author applied with the analogy of hunting and human Psychology. I obtained my minor in Psychology years ago and I have read many books, articles, and research material on the topic, and I have yet read anything this unique. The writing style is easy to follow compared to other scholarly books on the subject. The first chapter started with a dark, nearly Machiavellian approach to viewing humanity and its inter workings of the mind. The rest of the book provided great detail about self-awareness and how to become more enlightened and aware of ones own psychological defenses and fear-based habits in communication. Reading the entire book will most likely facilitate a new perspective on the world and how the human mind interacts with everything and everyone.
Overall, a great book for learning more about human behavior and how the mind works. Also the book does provide the readers with ample information for dealing with humans and the psychological barriers that we all tend to face in communication, or lack of communication.
Initially the title of this book, The Art of Hunting Humans by Sidney Mazzi was disturbing and off-putting for me. However, once I started reading this book, I was intrigued by the writing style and the comparison that the author applied with the analogy of hunting and human Psychology. I obtained my minor in Psychology years ago and I have read many books, articles, and research material on the topic, and I have yet read anything this unique. The writing style is easy to follow compared to other scholarly books on the subject. The first chapter started with a dark, nearly Machiavellian approach to viewing humanity and its inter workings of the mind. The rest of the book provided great detail about self-awareness and how to become more enlightened and aware of ones own psychological defenses and fear-based habits in communication. Reading the entire book will most likely facilitate a new perspective on the world and how the human mind interacts with everything and everyone.
Overall, a great book for learning more about human behavior and how the mind works. Also the book does provide the readers with ample information for dealing with humans and the psychological barriers that we all tend to face in communication, or lack of communication.
June 3, 2019
Enlightening read with an unexpectedly hopeful ending
At first glance, The Art of Hunting Humans by Sidney Mazzi seems to be a cynical series of bleak observations based on a Machiavellian precedent—that is, an expose of the inner workings of the human mind and how to manipulate them to your desired ends.
However, by the end of the book, it becomes apparent that the author is only trying to inculcate a self awareness about many of the internal processes we take for granted on a daily basis, which often steer us in the wrong direction.
In conclusion, there are Superior humans who have reached an enlightened state and realized that they (or more precisely, their faulty internal go-to behaviors and thoughts) are their own worst enemy.
Very interesting abc enlightening read that (contrary to the title) leaves the reader with some hope for awakening.
At first glance, The Art of Hunting Humans by Sidney Mazzi seems to be a cynical series of bleak observations based on a Machiavellian precedent—that is, an expose of the inner workings of the human mind and how to manipulate them to your desired ends.
However, by the end of the book, it becomes apparent that the author is only trying to inculcate a self awareness about many of the internal processes we take for granted on a daily basis, which often steer us in the wrong direction.
In conclusion, there are Superior humans who have reached an enlightened state and realized that they (or more precisely, their faulty internal go-to behaviors and thoughts) are their own worst enemy.
Very interesting abc enlightening read that (contrary to the title) leaves the reader with some hope for awakening.
April 30, 2019
An interesting and well executed concept, this book attempts to dissect human behaviour by looking at it from the perspective of a hunter. The author does a fantastic job breaking down human behaviours to their most basic forms in an attempt to help you better understand and use to your advantage, which will then help you 'hunt' a human. I found the author's perspective interesting, and breaking things down in a way that is not complicated and using terms everyone can understand made this book seem very accessable. I would recommend it to people who are interested in human behaviour and to writers who want to add a different dynamic to their writing, which is something I will personally use it for.
July 8, 2019
The Art of Hunting Humans was a bit of a different take on studying the human mind and behaviors than I am accustomed to. I'll be honest; at times I found it a bit disturbing when thinking about the types of things that the knowledge gained from reading this could actually be used for.
Overall, however, it really kept my interest and I often found myself attempting to use some of it in my own life when interacting with other people. I found myself quite drawn to the subject matter even when I was questioning whether I really should be.
The author does use a satirical approach to writing the book, yet I could still see different types of readers using the given material for different purposes (some of which I'd prefer not to think about). All in all, I enjoyed the book, even if I hate to admit it!
Overall, however, it really kept my interest and I often found myself attempting to use some of it in my own life when interacting with other people. I found myself quite drawn to the subject matter even when I was questioning whether I really should be.
The author does use a satirical approach to writing the book, yet I could still see different types of readers using the given material for different purposes (some of which I'd prefer not to think about). All in all, I enjoyed the book, even if I hate to admit it!
June 24, 2019
Humorous but potentially controversial so be prepared
As readers, there's a neverending supply of self-help and psychology books to help people grapple with the bottomless supply of internal and external dilemmas we struggle with every day, but rarely do readers find a genuinely hilarious and unique approach to understanding our minds and behaviors as Mazzi has provided with his novel. Despite not being a psychologist and having no formal education in the matter, the material is easily understandable and well researched, making it accessible in its simplicity but also enjoyable through its quirky brand of humor. This book may not be for everyone since the approach is satirically focused on exploiting human weaknesses so to speak, but Mazzi clearly does this with the intention of lightening the mood and bringing down our defenses and predisposed predilections, yet also provoking readers to challenge our behaviors and negative tendencies and consider more controversial issues we may be conditioned to immediately defending.
As readers, there's a neverending supply of self-help and psychology books to help people grapple with the bottomless supply of internal and external dilemmas we struggle with every day, but rarely do readers find a genuinely hilarious and unique approach to understanding our minds and behaviors as Mazzi has provided with his novel. Despite not being a psychologist and having no formal education in the matter, the material is easily understandable and well researched, making it accessible in its simplicity but also enjoyable through its quirky brand of humor. This book may not be for everyone since the approach is satirically focused on exploiting human weaknesses so to speak, but Mazzi clearly does this with the intention of lightening the mood and bringing down our defenses and predisposed predilections, yet also provoking readers to challenge our behaviors and negative tendencies and consider more controversial issues we may be conditioned to immediately defending.
April 20, 2021
This book will blister your mind.
The title is satirical. The book is presented as an alien analyzing humans and their vulnerabilities.
The satire turns dark quickly. Sidney Mazzi then breaks your head in two.
Prepare to reread passages more than once.
Prepare to have your worldview changed.
The title is satirical. The book is presented as an alien analyzing humans and their vulnerabilities.
The satire turns dark quickly. Sidney Mazzi then breaks your head in two.
Prepare to reread passages more than once.
Prepare to have your worldview changed.
October 31, 2022
In short: Know thyself or perish. You will perish anyway whatever you do. BOO.
June 11, 2019
The "Art of Hunting Humans" is an informative and enjoyable exploration into human nature. Sidney Mazzi is a skilled author and observer of human behavior.
From the start, he asserts and confirms his expertise on the subject. The opening chapter lends itself to Mazzi's reliability as an author. He is, if anything, a trustworthy speaker.
Not all self-help books are as impactful for the reader as much as this one is. One reason it is so impactful is what an easy read it is. The entire book sticks to its framework which is the idea of "hunting" humans. Every chapter and theory focuses on different aspects of hunting, from big-game hunting to how to understand your prey.
There are many interesting insights into the root of human ignorance. In our current climate, the book provides a perspective on the relationship between ignorance and hatred as well as a guideline to dealing with it.
Not all self-help books are as impactful for the reader as much as this one is One reason in particular is what an easy read it is. It sticks to its framework which is the idea of "hunting" humans.
As a recent college graduate, this book gave me some useful advice for navigating the "real world" and its many varying people. I would recommend this book to anyone.
From the start, he asserts and confirms his expertise on the subject. The opening chapter lends itself to Mazzi's reliability as an author. He is, if anything, a trustworthy speaker.
Not all self-help books are as impactful for the reader as much as this one is. One reason it is so impactful is what an easy read it is. The entire book sticks to its framework which is the idea of "hunting" humans. Every chapter and theory focuses on different aspects of hunting, from big-game hunting to how to understand your prey.
There are many interesting insights into the root of human ignorance. In our current climate, the book provides a perspective on the relationship between ignorance and hatred as well as a guideline to dealing with it.
Not all self-help books are as impactful for the reader as much as this one is One reason in particular is what an easy read it is. It sticks to its framework which is the idea of "hunting" humans.
As a recent college graduate, this book gave me some useful advice for navigating the "real world" and its many varying people. I would recommend this book to anyone.
August 3, 2021
This is not a self help book but more like an outside perspective on the flawed human nature.
It provides a cynical framework on how humans fool themselves and others thinking they are their own masters , and their will, long term and short term goals , and aspirations are their own , when in fact we can not even trust our senses and we let our emotions have the better of us without even having the chance to procees the "outside signals" .
We are slaves of our lizard brain , the one that knows only two states (drawers as the author puts it) : fight or flight , winner or loser , and everytime something uncomfortable happens in our lives we go into survival mode and that happens even to millionaires.
Pretty shocking that even long term goals and careers can be a byproduct of a frustration or a repressed emotion for example:
A guy finishes college and feels a need to move out of the parents house motivating that he needs freedom e feels a calling to explore the world . So he moves to thousands of miles from his parents , without realising that in fact he does it because he is jealous that his parents offered more attention to his sister during childhood.
Terrific read ! Totally recommend it !
It provides a cynical framework on how humans fool themselves and others thinking they are their own masters , and their will, long term and short term goals , and aspirations are their own , when in fact we can not even trust our senses and we let our emotions have the better of us without even having the chance to procees the "outside signals" .
We are slaves of our lizard brain , the one that knows only two states (drawers as the author puts it) : fight or flight , winner or loser , and everytime something uncomfortable happens in our lives we go into survival mode and that happens even to millionaires.
Pretty shocking that even long term goals and careers can be a byproduct of a frustration or a repressed emotion for example:
A guy finishes college and feels a need to move out of the parents house motivating that he needs freedom e feels a calling to explore the world . So he moves to thousands of miles from his parents , without realising that in fact he does it because he is jealous that his parents offered more attention to his sister during childhood.
Terrific read ! Totally recommend it !
July 28, 2019
Very good read here! I admit I can be a very critical reader, so this is high praise from me. My only issue was with the "hunting humans" satirical aspect. It is not made clear while reading the text of the book what the exact purpose of the book is until you read the conclusion at the end of the book. So I recommend reading this first. The reviews all say it's satire of course, but the text itself doesn't come out and say anything similar about the purpose of the format until the very end. Even as satire though, it struck me as problematic to present all of this information specifically in terms of how to use it to find people's hidden weaknesses to prey upon, manipulate, and exploit (all buzz words from the text itself). All that said, I think the information from this book is phenomenal. The format and clarity knocked it down a star for me, but otherwise this would be five out of five. The information on how our knowledge, experience, and assumptions cause actual differences in cognition on the level of perception itself is unbelievably valuable, and everything is delivered in clear language, with good examples. It is very rare to find a book this good, and I sincerely hope Mazzi writes another. Very, very good.
January 24, 2021
It’s a funny take on the trouble that is understanding humans, and I had a few really good laughs! There is some good stuff in this book, albeit nothing particularly new or groundbreaking. What is new though, is the approach - and not only in the alien human-hunting handbook way either.
Unlike most books that attempt to convey the same points, this one doesn’t hold any punches. It’s begging you to get riled up with its confrontational and demeaning comments about us, humans and readers alike. If we get riled up or defensive, well, we’ve just proven the author’s points, haven’t we!?
Unlike most books that attempt to convey the same points, this one doesn’t hold any punches. It’s begging you to get riled up with its confrontational and demeaning comments about us, humans and readers alike. If we get riled up or defensive, well, we’ve just proven the author’s points, haven’t we!?
May 4, 2020
This book has blown my mind, changing the way I think about myself and other humans. From exploring ignorance and our flaws to understanding the codes we use to communicate with ourselves and the world. Hidden associations we have to desires to finding out our holy grail, this book does not disappoint. Buy 10 copies to give to friends and family as gifts, the title does not give justice to the book because the hunted is really you.
August 6, 2021
It's a fun short read. Perfect for a 3 hour flight. It feels a bit like a good repackaging of ideas from Robert Greene and Daniel Kahneman.
I would put it in the same category as Predictably Irrational and Idiot Brain. It's fun and easy and if it's your first time encountering these ideas - it will be a delight.
I would put it in the same category as Predictably Irrational and Idiot Brain. It's fun and easy and if it's your first time encountering these ideas - it will be a delight.
June 24, 2019
I wanted to enjoy this book so much! I love any book that delves into the intricacies of the human mind, and The Art of Hunting Humans promised to deliver a new take on how to present this information. But--alas--this wasn't for me.
I found the narrative noisy and very distracting, and the whole concept rather distasteful. When I first started reading the book I assumed that the title was purely a creative play on words. However, no. The whole book is written as a "guide to hunting humans" which didn't really sit well with me, no matter how tongue in cheek it was.
Which was a shame because the insight into the mind beneath the odd storytelling was actually pretty interesting.
I'm sure this would appeal to someone who has a different sense of humor to me, but I just couldn't get into it.
I found the narrative noisy and very distracting, and the whole concept rather distasteful. When I first started reading the book I assumed that the title was purely a creative play on words. However, no. The whole book is written as a "guide to hunting humans" which didn't really sit well with me, no matter how tongue in cheek it was.
Which was a shame because the insight into the mind beneath the odd storytelling was actually pretty interesting.
I'm sure this would appeal to someone who has a different sense of humor to me, but I just couldn't get into it.
October 24, 2021
I would have never picked up this book given the awful title, had it not been for a strong recommendation, and I'm glad I did. I've read many books on behavioural psychology, and although much of the content in this book if based on the same fundamental concepts and research, it felt new given the unique way it was presented as satirical and skeptical. I'm a naïve optimist at heart, and this book (and others like it, the best of which is Cialdini's Influence) opens your eyes to why we react the way we do, and when we are being manipulated e.g. by marketers and the media, which makes this a timely read. Key takeaways:
-I liked the metaphor of the old boat with “captain” for consciousness, “cabin” for the brain, and “crew” for the body for example
-we are easily intimidated by fear, and manipulated easily by our vanity
-language which we use to communicate is inefficient
-*most impactful for me* we each have our own reality. This is why 2 people can have completely different experiences and recollections of the same interaction. We all project different images/hallucinations in our heads. Key for empathy.
-Our problems are generally caused by 3 things: our alternative view of reality, our desires and by the way we behave. To overcome your problems, look at changing these 3 things which are within our control
-to understand how another perceives the reality you share, listen to the words they use
-when someone complains about or criticises something, they are saying they are not that
-hidden associations are key to understanding others, and understanding that theirs can differ from yours e.g. in some cultures eating everything on your plate is an insult vs. in others it is a compliment
-many of us have unchangeable truths, which lead to problems. Realize that truths often changes from generation to generation, be open minded
-most people categorize everything into 2 buckets: that which makes you a winner or loser. Living in these extremes leads to unnecessary drastic reactions. Have more categories in your life, save the extremes only for what warrants them e.g. don't feel like a loser over a small mistake
-*impactful* separate yourself from your emotions and desires by observing yourself as a skeptical outsider, ask why you feel so strongly about something
-most of us have a holy grail: a dream, vison of success, a goal. Everything that brings us closer to that holy grail is good, else bad. Be aware of your own, ensure it's reasonable and healthy, and be aware of others' holy grail
-*impactful* don't have a single, narrow view of success, else many small things will be a threat
-everything humans do is in their own self-interest
-*most impactful* most of us live in a constant survival mode and fear. This is most often caused by us thinking we need more than we actually do. We imagine unnecessarily high needs for survival. Be conscious of what is truly a need vs. a want
-*impactful* be aware of these symptoms of vulnerability: losing your temper, obsessions, extreme niceness, extreme truths, drugs
-we intake so much information, our systems filter. when we know or care more about something/a topic, we "see" more - important context when interacting with others
-mood also shapes our reality - we are in a constant hallucination
-we deny problems we can't/don't want to overcome, don't offer solutions to problems others complain about as they don't want a solution
-becoming a "Superior" means you can observe your default reactions and behaviours and assess the right reaction before reacting. it is more important to observe yourself than others, dedicate yourself to introspection and self-development
-a Superior realizes that emotions are not truths, but simply indicators
-Superiors NEED little and WANT big.
-Superiors plan for the long-term while aware that no lifespan is certain.
-A Superior’s definition of happiness is inner peace
-I liked the metaphor of the old boat with “captain” for consciousness, “cabin” for the brain, and “crew” for the body for example
-we are easily intimidated by fear, and manipulated easily by our vanity
-language which we use to communicate is inefficient
-*most impactful for me* we each have our own reality. This is why 2 people can have completely different experiences and recollections of the same interaction. We all project different images/hallucinations in our heads. Key for empathy.
-Our problems are generally caused by 3 things: our alternative view of reality, our desires and by the way we behave. To overcome your problems, look at changing these 3 things which are within our control
-to understand how another perceives the reality you share, listen to the words they use
-when someone complains about or criticises something, they are saying they are not that
-hidden associations are key to understanding others, and understanding that theirs can differ from yours e.g. in some cultures eating everything on your plate is an insult vs. in others it is a compliment
-many of us have unchangeable truths, which lead to problems. Realize that truths often changes from generation to generation, be open minded
-most people categorize everything into 2 buckets: that which makes you a winner or loser. Living in these extremes leads to unnecessary drastic reactions. Have more categories in your life, save the extremes only for what warrants them e.g. don't feel like a loser over a small mistake
-*impactful* separate yourself from your emotions and desires by observing yourself as a skeptical outsider, ask why you feel so strongly about something
-most of us have a holy grail: a dream, vison of success, a goal. Everything that brings us closer to that holy grail is good, else bad. Be aware of your own, ensure it's reasonable and healthy, and be aware of others' holy grail
-*impactful* don't have a single, narrow view of success, else many small things will be a threat
-everything humans do is in their own self-interest
-*most impactful* most of us live in a constant survival mode and fear. This is most often caused by us thinking we need more than we actually do. We imagine unnecessarily high needs for survival. Be conscious of what is truly a need vs. a want
-*impactful* be aware of these symptoms of vulnerability: losing your temper, obsessions, extreme niceness, extreme truths, drugs
-we intake so much information, our systems filter. when we know or care more about something/a topic, we "see" more - important context when interacting with others
-mood also shapes our reality - we are in a constant hallucination
-we deny problems we can't/don't want to overcome, don't offer solutions to problems others complain about as they don't want a solution
-becoming a "Superior" means you can observe your default reactions and behaviours and assess the right reaction before reacting. it is more important to observe yourself than others, dedicate yourself to introspection and self-development
-a Superior realizes that emotions are not truths, but simply indicators
-Superiors NEED little and WANT big.
-Superiors plan for the long-term while aware that no lifespan is certain.
-A Superior’s definition of happiness is inner peace
April 8, 2021
Fabulous with steak knives.
Fun, incite-ful and honest....
Fun, incite-ful and honest....
November 30, 2021
I read this book twice and find myself reframing many interactions in light of what I learned from it. It’s written as satire but offers enlightening insights into psychology.
February 14, 2022
Of course the title of the book is just a "clickbait". This is some weird mix of zen/mindfulness and Machiavellian ideas, with some sprinkles of Nietzsche here and there :) This book tries to summarize all human flaws and peculiarities of human thinking from the perspective of an imaginary outsider.
It is an OK one time read, but I wouldn't call it a masterpiece and neither would I ever feel the need to return to this book :)
It is an OK one time read, but I wouldn't call it a masterpiece and neither would I ever feel the need to return to this book :)
June 12, 2019
Reading the other reviews... I am so confused.
YES, I have kept in mind that this is a work of fiction, as the final words of the book said. With that being said... it is pessimistic, snarky, and repetitive. The author writes from an external viewpoint, as if he is looking down on Earth from an external viewpoint (and based on his theories, it's safe to assume that external viewpoint is God's throne). The author suggests that he's superior with hardly any regard to humanity... and looks at many of societies problems through a pessimistic lens.
It's extremely repetitive. I could summarize the entire book in a few pages. Actually, he did that. It's section VI. That's literally the only part you have to read to understand the main concepts of the book. The rest of it feels like the author breaking down very simple concepts down much further than needed... as if you are a 1st grader.
Maybe I have just read some extremely uplifting, motivating, and positive self-help books in the past-- that in comparison, this seems elementary and frankly, vile.
I don't suggest it!
April 8, 2021
A great exploration of the human mind from the perspective of an off world hunter. Very creative and insightful.
May 21, 2019
ARC provided by Edelweiss.
This was a very original take on human psychology. The "outsider's perspective" writing style is not one I have ever seen in this type of book before and I think that it served the narrative well. I would have liked a little more about how to use the information to our advantage instead of just stating "weaknesses" and not how to use them/change them in ourselves. However, I find myself viewing situations and preconceptions differently than I did prior to reading this and while not a completely comfortable read, it was enlightening.
This was a very original take on human psychology. The "outsider's perspective" writing style is not one I have ever seen in this type of book before and I think that it served the narrative well. I would have liked a little more about how to use the information to our advantage instead of just stating "weaknesses" and not how to use them/change them in ourselves. However, I find myself viewing situations and preconceptions differently than I did prior to reading this and while not a completely comfortable read, it was enlightening.
May 1, 2019
This book provides so much knowledge about the human behavior and in such a straightforward way that it has completely blown my mind.
The clarity of the examples has really made it easy to understand and fun to read.
A must read!
The clarity of the examples has really made it easy to understand and fun to read.
A must read!
July 16, 2021
“The first principle is that you must not fool yourself — and you are the easiest person to fool.” ~ Richard Feynman
This book is written from the perspective of an outside (an Alien) protagonist that is watching the Human race from outside and making conclusions about their behaviors from different sources of observations with the intent to hunt them. The book explores the field of Psychology from this intentionally Machiavellian perspective to nudge the reader's own self-awareness on their own biases, heuristics and all the ways in which humans in general come short. The goal of the author is to teach people self-awareness from an outsider's perspective, as opposed to an insider's perspective that is more popular in modern self-help books.
Very cool read that introduces basic principles of Psychology and human nature with a sprinkle of fiction on top. The summary at the end of the book is invaluable and sums up everything that the author talks about in a few pages.
This book is written from the perspective of an outside (an Alien) protagonist that is watching the Human race from outside and making conclusions about their behaviors from different sources of observations with the intent to hunt them. The book explores the field of Psychology from this intentionally Machiavellian perspective to nudge the reader's own self-awareness on their own biases, heuristics and all the ways in which humans in general come short. The goal of the author is to teach people self-awareness from an outsider's perspective, as opposed to an insider's perspective that is more popular in modern self-help books.
Very cool read that introduces basic principles of Psychology and human nature with a sprinkle of fiction on top. The summary at the end of the book is invaluable and sums up everything that the author talks about in a few pages.
May 11, 2019
This was extremely boring. I know it's supposed to be tongue in cheek, but it wasn't funny enough to compel me to read it. I finished about half of it by skimming and lost interest.
July 21, 2020
I thought overall that this was pretty great. It was deadpan funny, with lots of really useful insights. It focussed more on understanding what makes people behave certain ways than how to utilise this in practical ways, and the epilogue was completely unnecessary, but all in all glad I read it.
June 7, 2019
Hell funny. Insightful. A great perspective to explore the value or self-reflection and the pursuit of truth.
May 13, 2021
A funny take on learning psychology.
July 18, 2020
Written Review Of "The Art Of Hunting Humans: A Radical And Confronting Explanation Of The Human Mind" By Sidney Mazzi
Publisher : Mazzi Limited
Pages : 223
Genre : Literature & Fiction
Its An Amazing Book And Talks About Lot Of Things Which Are Inherent In Human At Such A Deep Level. Author Has Tried To Explain About How Self Awareness Is Really Necessary In A Persons Life.
The Book Is Very Interested And Push You To Think In A Deeper Manner As The Subjects Choosen By The Author In This Book Are Really Dope And Humans Should Give More Important To Inner Self Rather Than Outer World.
The Language Of The Book Is Easy & Author Has Narrated This Story In A Very Nice Way. Even If You're A Beginner You Can Understand It Easily.
The Cover Of The Book Is Also Good And I Really Liked It.
Overall All Its A Nice & Important Book And I Highly Recommend This Book To All The Readers.
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My Ratings 5/5
Publisher : Mazzi Limited
Pages : 223
Genre : Literature & Fiction
Its An Amazing Book And Talks About Lot Of Things Which Are Inherent In Human At Such A Deep Level. Author Has Tried To Explain About How Self Awareness Is Really Necessary In A Persons Life.
The Book Is Very Interested And Push You To Think In A Deeper Manner As The Subjects Choosen By The Author In This Book Are Really Dope And Humans Should Give More Important To Inner Self Rather Than Outer World.
The Language Of The Book Is Easy & Author Has Narrated This Story In A Very Nice Way. Even If You're A Beginner You Can Understand It Easily.
The Cover Of The Book Is Also Good And I Really Liked It.
Overall All Its A Nice & Important Book And I Highly Recommend This Book To All The Readers.
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My Ratings 5/5
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