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You Can Do Anything: The Surprising Power of a "Useless" Liberal Arts Education

George Anders
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You Can Do Anything: The Surprising Power of a "Useless" Liberal Arts Education

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017

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George Anders

You Can Do Anything: The Surprising Power of a "Useless" Liberal Arts Education

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In You Can Do Anything: The Surprising Power of a "Useless" Liberal Arts Education, George Anders explores how individuals with liberal arts backgrounds excel in diverse careers. He discusses how these educational experiences enhance skills in creativity, critical thinking, and adaptability, enabling individuals to thrive in a changing job market beyond traditional technical paths.

Inspirational

Informative

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

3.9

610 ratings

57%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

George Anders' You Can Do Anything argues compellingly for the value of a liberal arts education in today's job market. Reviews praise its persuasive case for adaptability and creativity as career assets. However, some critics feel it overlooks the economic challenges faced by liberal arts graduates. Overall, it’s seen as an optimistic yet somewhat idealistic perspective on education.

Who should read this

Who Should Read You Can Do Anything: The Surprising Power of a "Useless" Liberal Arts Education?

Readers intrigued by how a liberal arts education fosters adaptability and innovation would enjoy You Can Do Anything. Comparable to David Epstein's Range, it appeals to lifelong learners and career explorers valuing diverse knowledge for dynamic job markets.

3.9

610 ratings

57%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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