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Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: The Classic Guide to Understanding the Opposite Sex (Paperback)
by John Gray, Ph.D.
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Fun and practical, this famous book provides an enormously interesting read to help you better understand differences between sexes. |
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Author: John Gray, Ph.D.
Publisher: Harper Paperbacks
Pub. in: January, 2004
ISBN: 0060574216
Pages: 368
Measurements: 8.0 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
Origin of product: USA
Order code: BA00336
Other information: Reprint edition
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- Awards & Credential -
The #1 New York Times Bestseller |
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This is a book of controversy. We decided to carry it because, while there are many people who don’t like it, there are also as many who want it and love it. We will repeat the quoted reviews. We notice that there are quite a few negative reviews about the book on the Net, such as redundancy, stereotyping, lack of originality and self-promotion, but let’s be reasonable with the purpose of reading a book. In our opinion, we buy and read books for one or two key takeaways, or learning, or inspiration. The book does offer good insights into the different approaches of communication between men and women, as well as and offered tips on how men and women can build stronger and long-lasting relationships. Despite all its shortcomings, this is still a good recommendation for the purpose of men and women to understanding each other better.
To quote an reader nicknamed "Star," “The main objective of the book is to help men and women communicate better in relationships. The book is built on the premise that women and men speak in essence "different languages." While the Mars/Venus metaphor gets redundant rather quickly, the message it conveys is valid and thought-provoking. Men and women do tend to express themselves differently, which often causes breakdowns in communication between them. This book teaches us to be more sensitive to these differences, understand each other better, and be able to express our needs in a manner that the other person can understand. Above all, the book teaches us to respect each other, really listen to the other person, and be a better partner to them. In addition to raising our awareness about the different styles of communication, the book also gives many practical solutions to common problems, down to the exact words that one should say to achieve the desired result. While this may seem simplistic, it gives very useful illustration of these principles in action.”
Despite the obvious drawbacks, we recommend this book be required reading for everyone. The most important thing in reading a book is, in our opinion, to have one or two significant takeaways when you finish. If this book can help you better understand the differences between the sexes, perhaps that's a pretty good thing to know.
Target readers:
Readers who are interested in knowing more about the opposite sex.
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John Gray, Ph.D., an internationally recognized expert in the fields of communication and relationships, and the author of twelve bestsellers, has been conducting personal-growth seminars for thirty years. He is a Certified Family Therapist (National Academy for Certified Family Therapists), a consulting editor of the Family Journal, a member of the Distinguished Advisory Board of the international Association of Marriage and Family Counselors, and a member of the American Counseling Association. John lives with his wife and three children in Northern California.
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From Publisher and Library Journal
Couples counselor Gray addresses the topic of male-female relationships with humor, insight, and understanding. Author of What You Feel , You Can Heal, he offers practical advice on understanding the opposite sex and achieving satisfactory relationships. He argues that we must accept the fact that men and women have different values, communication styles, and intimate needs, then offers practical tips on avoiding painful arguments, asking for support, and communicating during difficult times.
His "Venusian/Martian" phrase dictionary lists statements made by men and women and the ways in which they are often misinterpreted. Written in a light tone that keeps the reader's interest, this is a very helpful source for couples trying to keep love alive.
Based on years of successful counseling of couples and individuals, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus has helped millions of couples transform their relationships. Now viewed as a modern classic, this phenomenal book has helped men and women realize how different they really are and how to communicate their needs in such a way that conflict doesn't arise and intimacy is given every chance to grow.
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A reader (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-30 00:00>
This is a book that I feel everyone in a significant relationship should read. By understanding some of the key differences between men and women, better relationships can be built with more realistic expectations and more forgiveness. When men understand why women act the way they do and why they expect certain things from men, they can more readily accept them for who they are and give reason to sometimes unreasonable seeming requests (and the same is true for women).
While most of the points in this book are fairly evident, there are a lot of insights that most people don't really think about that have big impacts on relationships. I find it somewhat refreshing to read a sometimes brutally honest book about the biological differences between men and women in this age when all the emphasis goes to strong independent women who are equal in every way to men. In fact, there are major differences in our very cores that influence the way we view others, feel emotionally, think about the world, and even our wants and needs.
I strongly recommend this book to anybody, male or female, who wants to understand what is going on in your partners head and wants to build a more trusting and understanding relationship.
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Kristie Davis (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-30 00:00>
It's basically a worse case scenario handbook. If you're needs aren't being met, you don't feel understood, you feel smothered or things are just intense and unhappy. It points out all the major buttons that could be setting you or your partner off and how to quit pushing them.
There are so many points that have hit home for me. It's a great relief to know his and her behavior is 'normal' and there's an explanation for it. Why men have caves, and women have wells. How our motivations in relationships are different and how to use it to our advantage. It has some great kiss and makeup techniques along with a dialogue translator.
I must say I have a love/hate relationship with this book. I've seen great benefits in my understanding of the opposite sex and relationships with them from it. Most relationships go through rocky times and this book could keep drama down to a minimum. Although, in my heart, life has to get better than what this book describes. John Gray also has books for more specific aspects of relationships, read this one first for a better understanding. I'd recommend this book for singles looking to improve their relationship skills and couples that fight, have drawn battle lines, or desire meet each others needs more harmoniously.
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Roua Albater (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-30 00:00>
I like what I read in this book, its a valuable book that you must own to improve your relationship, it shows us how totally men and women are different in their thinking. and also how to get what you want in your relationship. and you can understand your partner easier now, It opens your eyes to a new way of seeing and perceiving men and women, its a worth buy book, you won’t regret if you buy it, I read it many times, and I am gonna read it again. |
Laura (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-30 00:00>
This book has always been on my "must read" list but it wasn't until a little while ago that I actually picked it up and read it from cover to cover. From what I have experienced in my past relationships this book was dead on. Men are like rubberbands stretching and needing space, which if you give it to them they will spring back to you and women are like waves that go in a series of highs and lows. However, I felt that at times the author was repeating himself over and over to make the book thicker. What could have been said in a page he would say in a chapter. However, this is a must read for anyone interested in why the opposite sex behaves the way they do. It truly makes you understand them more and it helps you put yourself in their position. |
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