by Gladwell, Malcolm,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Published by : Back Bay Books, (New York :) Physical details: 309, 10 p. : ill. ; 21 cm. Subject(s): Successful people. | Success. Year : 2008
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01. English Non Fiction
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| Bluefield High School | Curriculum | 302 GLA | Available | |
| Bluefield High School | Curriculum | 302 GLA | Available | |
| Bluefield High School | Curriculum | 302 GLA | Available | |
| Bluefield High School | Curriculum | 302 GLA | Available | |
| Bluefield High School | Curriculum | 302 GLA | Available | |
| Bluefield High School | Curriculum | 302 GLA | Available | |
| Bluefield High School | 302 GLA | Checked out | 04/01/2024 |
Includes bibliographical references (p. [287]-296) and index.
Includes "Reading Group Guide" (10 p.).
Originally published: New York : Little, Brown, 2008.
Introduction: The Roseto mystery -- Opportunity. The Matthew effect (Matthew 25:29) -- The 10,000 hour rule -- The trouble with geniuses -- The three lessons of Joe Flom -- Legacy. Harlan, Kentucky -- The ethnic theory of plane crashes -- Rice paddies and math tests -- Marita's bargain -- A Jamaican story.
Identifies the qualities of successful people, maintaining that culture, family, and idiosyncratic factors can have a decisive impact on shaping high achievers,