QUIET The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking

Susan Cain argues that the current American culture of personality values charismatic extroverts but that society would benefit if we valued empathetic introverts a little more. Introverts are not shy; they just prefer less stimulation. Introverts are also effective leaders and communicators provided that the cause is their passion. Kathe Mazur is the perfect narrator for this work. She has a lovely, calming, and reflective voice—yes, quiet—yet she still sounds friendly and engaging. Her tone is captivating and humorous as Cain navigates the world of extroversion—including such sites as Harvard Business School, a mega-church, and a Tony Robbins self-help seminar—as a fish out of water. She promotes creating stronger bridges between introverts and extroverts and recognizing the traits of introversion in children. A.B. © AudioFile 2012, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2012]