Socrates in Sneakers. The Art of Asking Good Questions

“Socrates in Sneakers” is, in many ways, an unusual book. Soon after its publication, it became an international hit, was translated into fifteen languages, and appeared on “must-read” lists in the self-development field. What explains such success? Today, the ability to hold a conversation—whether with loved ones or during business negotiations—matters enormously. European psychologist Elke Wiss offers a set of simple and engaging techniques to develop communication skills and draws on the experience of a well-known master of dialogue, the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates. It turns out that his methods haven’t lost their relevance: they help attentive students find more freedom and joy by learning again to look at the world with living interest and wonder.