SUMMARY Of The Art Of Seduction: A Book By Robert Greene

By Francis Thomas

The Art Of Seduction By Robert Greene

Charm, persuasion, and the ability to create illusions are some of the main attributes of a Seducer, the intriguing character who is able to deceive, manipulate and give pleasure all at once. Seduction isn't simply just about sex; when raised to the level of art, it can b

• Language: English
• Publisher: BookSummaryGr
• Release date: Sep 4, 2023
• ISBN: 9781088286784

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Introduction

Charm, persuasion, and the ability to create illusions are some of the main attributes of a Seducer, the intriguing character who is able to deceive, manipulate and give pleasure all at once. Seduction isn’t simply just about sex; when raised to the level of art, it can be used to win elections, topple empires, or enslave great minds. The tactics you will find in this book are equally applicable to social and political seductions.

The Art of Seduction by Robert Greene unearths the two sides of seduction: the characters involved in seduction, and the seductive process. The first part of the book gets to the heart of each seductive character: the Siren, the Rake, the Ideal Lover, the Dandy, the Natural, the Coquette, the Charmer, the Charismatic, and the Star. Discover who you or your pursuer most resembles. Learn, too, the pitfalls of the anti-seducer. In addition, this section provides instruction on how to identify each potential victim by type, and how to pick the one that is suitable for you.

In part II, immerse yourself in the 24 maneuvers and strategies of the seductive process, the ritual by which a seducer gains control over their target. These strategies will guide you through the whole process of seduction, providing cunning, amoral instructions to help you master this subtle, elusive, all-pervasive form of power.

Part 1: The Seductive Character

Successful seductions rarely begin with a direct approach—an overt move tends to arouse suspicion. No, they begin with your character, your ability to radiate some quality that attracts people and stirs their emotions in a way that goes beyond their control. Hypnotized by your seductive character, your victims will not notice your subsequent manipulations, so it will be easy for you to mislead and seduce them.

Robert Greene identified nine types of seducers in the world. Each type has a particular character trait that comes naturally and creates a seductive pull. The type that resonates with you the most will be the key to developing your own powers of attraction and becoming a master of seduction.

The Siren

The Siren’s seductive power is based on the ability to get the man to pursue her so obsessively that he loses control. The Siren operates on a man’s most basic instincts and emotions, and if she plays her role properly, she can transform any strong and responsible man into a childish slave.

The Siren is considered to be a rare, mythical thing, and a valuable prize which all men crave. So, if you want to play the role of a Siren, the most important thing is to distinguish yourself from other women. You must project a highly feminine and sexual presence that is both distracting and alluring. By adopting this type of image which most women lack the confidence to project, you will surely stand out from the crowd and monopolize the attention of all men around you.

The Rake

The Rake’s most notable quality is the ability to draw a woman into the purely sensual moment in which past and future have no meaning. To play this role, you must be able to abandon yourself to the present and fully dedicate yourself to your victim.

The Rake is an extreme personality. He is bold, witty, sarcastic, and he doesn’t care about what others think. He is never bothered by a woman’s resistance to him or by any other obstacle in his path—a husband, a conservative culture, a