In this wonderful book, Robert Jackall, a professor of Sociology at Williams College in the USA, candidly yet soberly dissects the world of managers and, with the powerful force of his description, conveys a vivid image of its components.

He introduces us to the inner workings of businesses and explains how they truly operate, how decisions are made, and how executives confront dilemmas. Through extensive interviews with managers at all corporate levels, Jackall reveals the world inhabited by executives, their dilemmas, and their anxieties.

This is a world where hard work does not always lead to success, but where good connections, self-promotion, and luck can yield multiplied benefits. In this excellent book, Jackall systematically explores these questions with a vivid narrative style.

It is a highly engaging, often provocative, and enjoyable read.