Bounce Mozart Federer Picasso Beckham and the Science of Success

by Matthew Syed

Description

Drawing on the stories of Mozart, Roger Federer, Pablo Picasso, David Beckham, and other exceptional performers, this book examines what truly lies behind extraordinary achievement. It challenges the idea that greatness is simply the product of innate talent, showing instead how focused practice, expert guidance, opportunity, and perseverance shape world-class ability. Combining scientific research with vivid real-world examples, it explores the psychology of expertise, the power of persistence, and the conditions that allow potential to flourish. Thought-provoking and accessible, it offers a compelling new way to understand success—and practical insight for anyone seeking to improve.

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Harper Perennial

Published Jan 1, 2011

ISBN: 9780061723766

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First Published

2011

Language

eng

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