39 pages 1 hour read

Steven Pressfield, Robert McKee

The War of Art

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003

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Steven Pressfield’s The War of Art inspires creatives with its motivational insights on overcoming resistance and achieving artistic goals. Praised for its direct, no-nonsense approach, the book resonates with many for its practical advice. However, some find its tone overly harsh and its concepts repetitive. A worthwhile read for those needing a push in their creative endeavors.

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Who Should Read The War of Art?

Readers who enjoy The War of Art by Steven Pressfield are often creatives facing resistance in their work, including writers, artists, and entrepreneurs. They appreciate a motivational, no-nonsense approach similar to that in Elizabeth Gilbert’s Big Magic or Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Business / Economics
Arts / Culture
Psychology
Genre
Self Help
Psychology
Philosophy
Themes
Values/Ideas: Art
Self Discovery
Values/Ideas: Fame