A TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR

Ian Leslie's acclaimed new book reveals the secrets of how to disagree without fighting, and shows how mastering the techniques of productive disagreement can transform every aspect of our lives.

'One of my favourite writers . . . Beautifully argued, desperately needed.' MALCOLM GLADWELL

'Invaluable. The world will be a better place if everyone reads this book.' PHILPPA PERRY

'A cool bath of sanity in a world of frenzied hot takes.' HELEN LEWIS

'Perspective-shifting in important ways.' OLIVER BURKEMAN

What is the secret of happy relationships?

How do companies build collaborative cultures?

What lies behind some of the greatest scientific and creative breakthroughs?

The surprising answer is: conflict.

Whether it's at work, at home or in public, confronting our differences is the only way to make the most out of them. How to Disagree is about how to do that successfully. Drawing on essential lessons from world-class experts on how to disagree well and combining them with inspiring stories of productive disagreements from science, technology and the arts, Ian Leslie reveals how we can reap the benefits of diverse viewpoints in an era that feels more divided than ever.

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