The Obstacle Is the Way Expanded 10th Anniversary Edition: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph
About this product
An updated and expanded edition of the book that launched a global phenomenon, The Obstacle Is the Way presents an infinitely elastic formula for turning our toughest trials into our greatest triumphs.
Since bestselling author Ryan Holiday introduced Stoicism to the world with The Obstacle Is the Way in 2014, this simple but powerful philosophy for life has taken the world by storm. This brilliant and engaging book is an invaluable source of wisdom for anyone who wants to become more successful at what they do, whether you’re a student, a parent, a professional athlete, or a world leader. Now, Ryan Holiday has updated and expanded this modern classic with a new introduction and new content featuring a diverse set of inspiring characters.
Icons of history—from Epictetus and Demosthenes to Amelia Earhart and Richard Wright—followed a simple formula to achieve greatness. They were not exceptionally brilliant, lucky, or gifted. Their success in overcoming extreme obstacles was the result of a timeless set of philosophical principles that the greatest men and women have always pursued.
In The Obstacle Is the Way, Ryan Holiday unpacks those lessons and reframes them for today's world, giving us an indispensable formula for turning our toughest trials into triumphs. This new edition is a chance for old fans to revisit a classic and for a new generation to discover the power of Stoicism. Read more
Editor's Take
Amazon and Goodreads reviewers generally describe this expanded edition as a practical, readable introduction to Stoic thinking, with many saying it helps reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth. Amazon reviewers also praise the book’s accessible writing and historical examples, while a few note that the ideas can feel repetitive or familiar if they have read Ryan Holiday before.
On Reddit, readers discuss whether the 10th anniversary edition is worth buying over the original, suggesting interest in the added and revised content. Review blogs say the updated edition preserves the book’s core appeal while adding fresh context, and Goodreads ratings show it remains well liked overall.
YouTube-specific search: real YouTube review and discussion videos were found for this exact book, including review-style videos and a Ryan Holiday interview/video about rewriting the book.
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Specifications
| Publisher | Portfolio |
| Publication date | October 1, 2024 |
| Edition | Revised |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 224 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0593719913 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0593719916 |
| Item Weight | 2.31 pounds |
| Dimensions | 5.35 x 0.88 x 7.29 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #235 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1 in Philosophy Movements (Books) #3 in Motivational Management & Leadership #3 in Business Motivation & Self-Improvement (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (6,158) |
