Review of Winners and Losers edition 3

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Re: Review of Winners and Losers edition 3

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I agree with you. Nowadays, everyone's in a rush to do their best and outdo each other to get attention. And if you choose not to be part of this competition, some people might call you a loser. It's a tough reality.
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ohmybook__ wrote: 12 Oct 2023, 02:07 What an amazing review, Anu! I have probably seen this cartoon that you spoke about. This sounds like a great book and I want to read because of your review. I think our world needs more of such books. Please keep writing more of such reviews because they are a joy to read!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I completely agree that the world can benefit from more books like this one. Your encouragement means a lot. Thank you for your support!
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Anu Anand wrote: 20 Sep 2023, 00:11 [Following is a volunteer review of "Winners and Losers edition 3" by Arthur Hartz.]
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"Winners and Losers edition 3" by Arthur Hartz is a captivating exploration of societal dynamics using a unique blend of cartoons, aphorisms, and insightful commentary. The book sheds light on the stark contrast between winners and losers in our world. Winners, those who bask in admiration and wield power, take center stage. In contrast, losers, often struggling for recognition and companionship, find their mistakes judged unsympathetically.

Hartz skillfully delves into the evolutionary and cultural forces that shape our perception of winners and losers, shedding light on how these biases can detrimentally affect the psychological well-being and productivity of countless individuals. The book raises intriguing questions about what defines winners and losers, how society treats them, and how they, in turn, treat others.

With its nine thought-provoking chapters, the book navigates through the complexities of this topic with a perfect blend of humor, empathy, and satire. It unveils various aspects of winner and loser behavior, as well as the reactions of those around them, all with a touch of humor. The author ingeniously uses a cartoon featuring two monks in meditation, where one claims to meditate better than the other, to illustrate how competition seeps into every facet of life.

The attitudes portrayed in "Winners and Losers" are so deeply embedded in our culture that they often go unnoticed. The book also delves into the coping mechanisms of losers, emphasizing the resilience of a happy loser.

In summary, "Winners and Losers" offers a thought-provoking, humorous, and empathetic exploration of the distinctions between winners and losers in our society. There is nothing I dislike about this book. The book does have minor profanities. The book is well edited; I couldn't find any mistakes. I enjoyed reading and understanding the illustrations. So I'm rating this book 5 out of 5. It's a book that prompts readers to reflect on their own attitudes and behaviors, making it a valuable read for those interested in understanding the dynamics of success and failure in today's world.

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Arthur Hartz’s use of satire and insightful commentary makes Winners and Losers sound like a sharp yet entertaining look at social hierarchies. The idea that competition sneaks into unexpected areas, like the monks comparing their meditation, makes the book all the more insightful.
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I didn't get a chance to pick up this book for review. Your review confirms it is a must-read for all ages. The titles we carry or give others can become a burden and affect people for life. Thank you for your excellent review!
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Post by Fatima Nafia Mahmood »

Amazing review. It indeed baffles me about this discrimination. One has to remember that one's strong suit is another's weak area. So calling them out for it while forgetting your own flaws is wrong. No one is perfect
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