The Anatomy of Peace (Fourth Edition)

Resolving the Heart of Conflict

By: The Arbinger Institute

Narrated by: Kaleo Griffith

Length: 7 hrs and 39 mins

Publisher's summary

From the authors of Leadership and Self-Deception (over two million copies sold) comes a new edition of this best seller that has been thoroughly revised to more effectively address the diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges that plague our communities and hinder our organizations.

What if conflicts at home, at work, and in the world stem from the same root cause? What if we systematically misunderstand that cause? And what if, as a result, we unwittingly perpetuate the very problems we think we are trying to solve?

The Anatomy of Peace uses a fictional story of an Arab and a Jew - both of whom lost their fathers at the hands of the other’s cousins - to powerfully show listeners the way to transform conflict. We learn how they come together, how they help parents and children come together, and how we, too, can find our way out of the personal, professional, and social conflicts that weigh us down.

The fourth edition includes revisions and new materials and resources that increase its relevance and usefulness at a time of deeply entrenched divisions throughout society. Additionally, it includes new detailed discussions of the pattern of dehumanization that lies at the heart of today’s most pressing struggles with prejudice and discrimination - challenges that cannot be solved until the origins of bias and discrimination are properly understood and addressed. The new edition is a unique and vital resource for combatting racism and prejudice in their many manifestations.

©2006, 2008, 2015 Arbinger Institute, LLC (P)2022 Arbinger Institute, LLC

this book was wonderful. it really gives the listener a change of perspective.

I loved that it was set up in story form. It never felt like anything boring or forces. It was full of information and knowledge, but it was a beautiful story!

Drew me in

struggled at beginning to keep up with story but finished off as great read or listen.

Look deep and get out of the box

I wasn't impressed at the start of this book but the longer I listened the more meaning it had. This book rung so true in way too many ways in my life. I find myself to this day you are climbing in the box and to get back out.

Great book.

Well read. Strong messaging. Wonderful job reading and capturing the different characters ‘ voicea. Easy messaging and storytelling.

Helpful

The insights in this book are simple and effective. Even before I had finished reading it I have found it easier or maybe more possible to manage myself in emotionally difficult situations.

Content

The delivery and content of this book was amazing, I wish i would have read this book sooner.

Powerful message embedded in a compelling story.

Read the book first a few years ago. This was a great refresher, especially being a revised version. Very valuable message.

Life changing content

This book was recommended by a friend and mentor during my job search after being laid off by a tech company in late 2022. It allowed me to help bring peace in an otherwise chaotic time in my life and will greatly equip me as I enter into a new career.

Game changer. This book changes the way your approach relationships.

Wonderful performance. Great narrative. Compelling ideas. You’ll wanna take notes throughout. Strongly recommend this book for everyone

My husband mentioned it 5 yrs ago - I wish I’d read it sooner!

A very moving coherent and well produced piece. Enjoy and feel the good that is present and expanding in our world.