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The French art of not trying too hard

Paperback • 2022 • English

The French art of not trying too hard

By Pourriol, Ollivier

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About the book

Sick of striving? Giving up on grit? Had enough of hustle culture? Daunted by the 10,000-hour rule? Relax: As the French know, it's the best way to be better at everything.

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9781788163286

Publisher

Profile Books

Published year

2022

Language

English

Original title

The French art of not trying too hard

Format

Paperback

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