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Title: Mastering the Gentle Art of Verbal Self-Defense
Author: Suzette Haden Elgin
Narrator: Suzette Haden Elgin
Format: Unabridged
Length: 4 hrs and 14 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-15-99
Publisher: Phoenix Books
Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 73 votes
Genres: Business, Career Skills
Publisher's Summary:
Is verbal abuse ruining your business, your personal life, or even your physical and emotional health? With a little help from Suzette Haden Elgin, you won't have to put up with it anymore. She'll show you how to create an environment in which verbal abuse almost never happens, and how to take complete control of your language behavior. Once you've mastered the techniques, you'll be able to defuse a verbal attack before it can even be completed, and deal effectively with the rare attack that cannot be avoided. You'll never be at a loss for words again.
(P)1995 by Dove Audio, Inc.
Members Reviews:
Disappointingly Executed on Audible
I have the paper based version of this book, so I was naturally thrilled to see it on Audible. Yet I was disappointed in the sample and then to read it is available in Format 1 quality only. Dr. Elgin wrote an excellent book that I have found extremely useful in dealing with people.
Another reviewer said SEEING what was said was not effective--he missed the point. You have to match the perspective of the person you're talking to in order to help them understand you. Moreover, that is only the basics of the book, which then goes into how to parse (or dissect) the statements people make and then use specific techniques to prevent yourself from taking the bait and falling victim to verbal abuse. One favorite of mine is when someone baits you into an argument and you can ask them a simple question that not only ignores the bait, but places them and everyone around you on notice that you will not be abused in such a way. And a welcome side-effect is to take the agressive assertions they make away from them while //placing them on the defensive.//
This book is well worth your time, but I am disappointed that the audio quality is so low. My recommendation is to buy it in the bookstore or check it out at the library if you can find it (it's been out of print for several years now.) Otherwise, this might be the only place you can get it. Either way, it is a very worthwhile read.
Great Information
This book has very valuable information about dealing with people--especially those that are attacking you. Sound quality isn't that great, but it's a lot better than a poor book with great sound quality.
Verbal Defense?
What made the experience of listening to Mastering the Gentle Art of Verbal Self-Defense the most enjoyable?
Nothing! Its a fantastic book, but the audio is terrible. Sounds like it was recorded in an empty room with a cheap mike on a tape deck. Really prehistoric audio quality and sound level. BUT THE BOOK. Great book.
Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Suzette Haden Elgin?
Anyone louder.
good topic to talk about professionally
This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more?
every one who seeks to live peacefully in our crazy world !
Would you be willing to try another one of Suzette Haden Elgins performances?
NO !
You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?
just the subject
Any additional comments?
YES, GET A PROFESSIONAL NARRATOR !
linguistics applied
First impression- audio quality is terrible, simply unacceptable. Others have mentioned this before, I didn't care so much but it is so bad sometimes I have to rewind just to acoustically understand what the author is saying.
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Title: Mastering the Gentle Art of Verbal Self-Defense
Author: Suzette Haden Elgin
Narrator: Suzette Haden Elgin
Format: Unabridged
Length: 4 hrs and 14 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-15-99
Publisher: Phoenix Books
Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 73 votes
Genres: Business, Career Skills
Publisher's Summary:
Is verbal abuse ruining your business, your personal life, or even your physical and emotional health? With a little help from Suzette Haden Elgin, you won't have to put up with it anymore. She'll show you how to create an environment in which verbal abuse almost never happens, and how to take complete control of your language behavior. Once you've mastered the techniques, you'll be able to defuse a verbal attack before it can even be completed, and deal effectively with the rare attack that cannot be avoided. You'll never be at a loss for words again.
(P)1995 by Dove Audio, Inc.
Members Reviews:
Disappointingly Executed on Audible
I have the paper based version of this book, so I was naturally thrilled to see it on Audible. Yet I was disappointed in the sample and then to read it is available in Format 1 quality only. Dr. Elgin wrote an excellent book that I have found extremely useful in dealing with people.
Another reviewer said SEEING what was said was not effective--he missed the point. You have to match the perspective of the person you're talking to in order to help them understand you. Moreover, that is only the basics of the book, which then goes into how to parse (or dissect) the statements people make and then use specific techniques to prevent yourself from taking the bait and falling victim to verbal abuse. One favorite of mine is when someone baits you into an argument and you can ask them a simple question that not only ignores the bait, but places them and everyone around you on notice that you will not be abused in such a way. And a welcome side-effect is to take the agressive assertions they make away from them while //placing them on the defensive.//
This book is well worth your time, but I am disappointed that the audio quality is so low. My recommendation is to buy it in the bookstore or check it out at the library if you can find it (it's been out of print for several years now.) Otherwise, this might be the only place you can get it. Either way, it is a very worthwhile read.
Great Information
This book has very valuable information about dealing with people--especially those that are attacking you. Sound quality isn't that great, but it's a lot better than a poor book with great sound quality.
Verbal Defense?
What made the experience of listening to Mastering the Gentle Art of Verbal Self-Defense the most enjoyable?
Nothing! Its a fantastic book, but the audio is terrible. Sounds like it was recorded in an empty room with a cheap mike on a tape deck. Really prehistoric audio quality and sound level. BUT THE BOOK. Great book.
Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Suzette Haden Elgin?
Anyone louder.
good topic to talk about professionally
This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more?
every one who seeks to live peacefully in our crazy world !
Would you be willing to try another one of Suzette Haden Elgins performances?
NO !
You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?
just the subject
Any additional comments?
YES, GET A PROFESSIONAL NARRATOR !
linguistics applied
First impression- audio quality is terrible, simply unacceptable. Others have mentioned this before, I didn't care so much but it is so bad sometimes I have to rewind just to acoustically understand what the author is saying.