Book Review - Quiet: The Power of Introverts In a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain

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I always wanted to be an extrovert. I did not like sitting among a group of people only listening without saying my opinions about topics they were talking about. I was sick of being an introvert. And however, I tried to change that I could not. 

But now all that has changed. I love being an introvert. I know my powers and believe that listening and quiet are two of them.

About the Author

Photo source: About - Susan Cain

Susan Cain an outstanding American writer was born March 20, 1968.

The New York Times, The Atlantic, and The Wall Street Journal, among many more media, have all published her writing. Bill Gates recognized her record-breaking TED talk as one of his all-time favorite lectures, and it has received over 30 million views on TED.com and YouTube combined.

Works:

1. Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking

2. Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole

3. Quiet Power: The Secret Strengths of Introverts

About the Book

That 333-page book was published on January 24, 2012.

Genres: Nonfiction, Psychology, Self Help, Science, Business, Audiobook, Personal Development, and more.

The book traces the evolution of Western civilization from a culture of character to a culture of personality, where the "extrovert ideal" predominates and introversion is seen as unhealthy or even inferior. 

According to Cain, this change has made the world more unfriendly towards introverts, and we must find methods to build a more accepting society that recognizes both the contributions of introverts and extroverts.

According to Cain, there is "a colossal waste of talent, energy, and happiness" as a result of how poorly introverted individuals are perceived and valued in current Western culture.

Key Takeaways From The Book:

• Introverts are not shy or awkward in social situations. Simply put, they favor a smaller number of close relationships over numerous huge social events.
• Many times, introverts are very clever and creative. They are frequently drawn to occupations that let them work alone and concentrate on their own ideas.
• Weak or unable doesn't describe introverts. Simply said, they differ from extroverts in their strengths and faults.
• Introverts are needed in the world. Introverts offer a special set of abilities and a special viewpoint to the table. A more accepting culture that acknowledges the contributions of both introverts and extroverts is something we must work towards.

Is that Book Loved by People?

Yes, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking is a very popular book. It has been praised by critics and readers alike for its well-researched and insightful analysis of introversion. The book has also been a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.

If you are an introvert, or if you know someone who is, I highly recommend reading Quiet. It is a book that will help you to understand yourself and the world around you better.

Overall rating: 4.02 out of 5 stars

Number of ratings: 128,638

Personally, I really liked that book. It helped me to accept my personality and who I am. And being an introvert is not a horrible thing. Now my relationships are better, and I have become good at dealing with people.

Quiet is an important book that has helped to change the way that we think about introversion. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the power of introverts in a world that can't stop talking.

Finally, do not forget to visit the website that is named after her and remember that being an introvert is a blessing and that we can do many things that extroverts cannot. The first of them is that we can be quiet.

Written by: Heba Salah

Edited by: Soumi Chattejee