Ian Leslie Libri

Drawing on insights from leading experts in conflict and communication, Ian Leslie, a columnist for the New Statesman, explores how to transform conflict and disagreement into opportunities for insight, creativity, and connection. Most people instinctively respond to conflict with a fight or flight reaction, but productive disagreement is a crucial skill that society has yet to equip us with. This skill is essential for navigating our increasingly polarized world, as it enhances intelligence, creativity, and fosters closer relationships. The success of any shared endeavor—whether in marriage, business, or democracy—depends on our ability to engage in constructive disagreement. In this enlightening work, Leslie highlights lessons from professionals adept at managing high-stakes conversations, including interrogators, mediators, and psychologists. These experts excel at extracting valuable insights from the most challenging discussions, transforming the intensity of conflict into constructive dialogue. Leslie delves into the psychological effects of arguing, explaining why disagreements often lead to stress and anger. He emphasizes the urgent need to rethink our approach to conflict and outlines clear principles for making difficult conversations more productive. By learning from these experts, we can improve our dialogue and contribute to a more harmonious society.

A fascinating multi-disciplinary analysis of why curiosity makes the world go round. 'A lovely, erudite exploration of what it is that makes us human' - Independent on Sunday 'I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious' Albert Einstein. Everyone is born curious. But only some retain the habits of exploring, learning and discovering as they grow older. Which side of the 'curiosity divide' are you on? In Curious Ian Leslie makes a passionate case for the cultivation of our desire to know. Curious people tend to be smarter, more creative and more successful. But at the very moment when the rewards of curiosity have never been higher, it is misunderstood and undervalued, and increasingly practised only by a cognitive elite. Drawing on fascinating research from psychology, sociology and business, Curious looks at what feeds curiosity and what starves it, and uncovers surprising answers. Curiosity isn't a quality you can rely on to last a lifetime, but a mental muscle that atrophies without regular exercise. It's not a gift, but a habit that parents, schools, workplaces and individuals need to nurture if it is to thrive. Filled with inspiring stories, case studies and practical advice, Curious will change the way you think about your own mental life, and that of those around you.

„Der Goldstandard unter den Beatles-Büchern.“ Anthony Quinn, Observer Die Beatles veränderten in den 1960er-Jahren die Welt – und bis heute entdecken neue Generationen ihre Songs und ihre Geschichte aufs Neue. Im Zentrum standen vor allem zwei: John Lennon und Paul McCartney. Kaum ein anderes kreatives Duo war so stark geprägt von einer tiefen, intensiven und oft komplizierten Freundschaft. Die Beziehung zwischen John und Paul war vielschichtig: leidenschaftlich, zärtlich, aber auch aufgewühlt – voller Sehnsucht und nicht selten von Eifersucht durchzogen. Der britische Journalist Ian Leslie erzählt die Geschichte dieser außergewöhnlichen Beziehung – von den ersten gemeinsamen Songs über den weltweiten Ruhm bis hin zu den Jahren nach der Trennung der Beatles. Mithilfe neu veröffentlichter Aufnahmen und Filmmaterial eröffnet er einen frischen, persönlichen Blick auf zwei der größten Ikonen der Musikgeschichte – und beleuchtet dabei auch, was kreative Zusammenarbeit und menschliche Nähe wirklich bedeuten. Ein absolutes Muss für alle Beatles Fans. Ausstattung: 16-seitiger BIldteil, s/w und 4C