Psychology · Personal development
Quiet
Susan Cain argues that modern workplaces and schools favour extroverts and overlook what quieter people offer. She mixes research on temperament with stories and advice for introverts and those who live with them.
Facts last checked 2026-10-17
- First published
- 2012
- Pace
- Medium
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 370
- Format
- Part of Quiet
Read this if you are an introvert or care for one and want to see it described with respect.
Skip this if you want a rigorous psychology text, since the book leans on anecdote and popular summary.
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Quick answers about Quiet
- What is Quiet about?
- Susan Cain argues that modern workplaces and schools favour extroverts and overlook what quieter people offer. She mixes research on temperament with stories and advice for introverts and those who live with them.
- Who should read Quiet?
- Read it if you are an introvert or care for one and want to see it described with respect. Skip it if you want a rigorous psychology text, since the book leans on anecdote and popular summary.
- How long and how fast is Quiet?
- It is a medium-paced, medium read of about 370 pages, first published in 2012.
- Does Quiet have content warnings?
- We have not noted any content warnings for this book yet.
- Can I borrow Quiet for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Quiet; the borrow button above searches it for you.
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