Culture of Cheating

Author: (American) David Kalhan, translated by Song Yingtang
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: The term "cheating" as understood in the West carries multiple meanings, such as "fraud," "cheating," and "deception," and it is actually very close to what we currently refer to as "skill." The author points out that when those in power act unscrupulously, winning through deceit and accumulating wealth, the lower echelons will inevitably imitate them. Eventually, the essential elements of a society—such as loyalty, integrity, and kindness—will be completely eroded. When a society follows this example, and everyone believes that success is impossible without mischief, with each person using others' mischief as a justification for their own and excusing it, the sense of mutual obligation between people will no longer be sustainable. Honesty is more important than excellence. Whether you belong to the winning class or the anxious class, you should read this book. Recommended by The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, and Publishers Weekly. Written by David Kalhan, founder of the American Democracy Institute. This book has a well-structured framework, filled with compelling data and stories that provide a ruthless and overview of the issue.