OUTLIERS: THE STORY OF SUCCESS
“Gladwell, author and journalist, sets out to provide an understanding of success using outliers, men and women with skills, talent, and drive who do things out of the ordinary. He contends that we must look beyond the merits of a successful individual to understand his culture, where he comes from, his friends and family, and the community values he inherits and shares. We learn that society’s rules play a large role in who makes it and who does not. Success is a gift, and when opportunities are presented, some people have the strength and presence of mind to seize them, exhibiting qualities such as persistence and doggedness. Successful people are the products of history and community, of opportunity and legacy, and success ultimately is not exceptional or unattainable, nor does it depend upon innate ability. It is an attitude of willingness to try without regard for the sacrifice required. This is an excellent book for a wide range of library patrons.” (Mary Whaley, The Booklist)
“…The explosively entertaining Outliers might be [Gladwell's] best and most useful work yet…there are both brilliant yarns and life lessons here: Outliers is riveting science, self-help, and entertainment, all in one book.-A.” (Entertainment Weekly Gregory Kirschling )
“In the vast world of nonfiction writing, [Malcolm Gladwell] is as close to a singular talent as exists today…[Outliers] is a pleasure to read and leaves you mulling over its inventive theories for days afterward…Outliers represents a new kind of book for Gladwell…It is almost a manifesto.” (New York Times Book Review David Leonhardt )
“Like his previous work, THE TIPPING POINT, BLINK is a thought-provoking, category-defying book. The audio is read by the author with care and conviction.” (AudioFile Magazine 2009)
“….[Gladwell's] flair for narrative serves him well as a reader. Gladwell builds dramatic tension into his storytelling from the unique childhood of software tycoon Bill Gates to the secrets of success found along the rice fields of ancient China and Japan making for an engaging listening experience….” (Publishers Weekly )
“Malcolm Gladwell reminds us that authors can effectively read their own books by turning in a well-crafted, subtle performance. His slightly husky upper-register voice is calm and assured, and he knows exactly where to pause, provide emphasis, and how to deliver a punch line.” (AudioFile )
“Gladwell pulls double duty as author and narrator…the material is frequently astonishing, and his reading is clear, heartfelt, and makes for genuinely pleasurable listening.” (Publishers Weekly ) –This text refers to the Audio CD edition.
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