Summary, Analysis, and Review of Robert Greene's The 48 Laws of Power PLEASE NOTE: This is a key takeaways and analysis of the book and NOT the original book. Start Publishing Notes' Summary, Analysis, and Review of Robert Greene's The 48 Laws of Power includes a summary of the book, review, analysis & key takeaways, and a detailed About the Author section. PREVIEW: The 48 Laws of Power claims to offer readers the secrets to amassing power within the confines of contemporary society. In the book's preface, Robert Greene argues that, at least on the surface, the quest for power has been demonized. From his perspective, however, very little has changed in the time between the royal courts of old and the high-intensity boardrooms of today. According to Greene, the people who amass the most power are those who can crush their enemies while appearing outwardly benevolent. The essence of Greene's perspective on power dynamics can be aptly summarized by President Teddy Roosevelt: Speak softly, and carry a big s