Truths about People. Life Without Embellishment

Do you know what the most difficult riddle in the world is, one that no one will ever be able to solve? It's people. People can be kind and cruel, sincere and hypocritical, strong and weak. And sometimes all these... qualities can be found in one person. Some actions by people inspire us, while others, to put it mildly, leave us bewildered. Why do we act this way and not otherwise? What underlies our decisions and actions? How can we learn to understand those around us? Art Gasparov, who has been studying the nature of human behavior for many years (starting from his studies at MGIMO and work in diplomacy), explores all these questions in his new book through vivid stories, many of which are based on real events. This is not a set of ready-made advice, but rather honest sketches about life, where behind funny, touching, or dramatic situations lie important truths:
— How to discern in a person what they are diligently hiding?
— Why do even the closest people sometimes behave strangely?
— How to remain true to oneself in a world where we are constantly imposed with inconvenient roles? Art's kaleidoscope of life stories will show you the diverse nature of people — from sincere and sunny to capricious, dangerous, and unpredictable. You will see life without masks. You will recognize not only your acquaintances, colleagues, or relatives in some stories but also yourself. Most importantly, you will receive practical advice that will help build healthy, safe, and happy relationships with a variety of people.