About the book: 2019 / Is the modern world a citadel of order or a kingdom of chaos? Are we born to become free artists of Being or to follow universal Rules? Answering the most complex questions of the world order, Dr. Peterson skillfully weaves the postulates of ancient teachings, great literary works and revelations of modern science and philosophy. Lobsters are adamant and firm in defending their territory. Chimpanzees are bloodthirsty and hierarchical. Cats are friendly, but live on their own. Are these not the paths people take, balancing between kindness and bitterness, generosity and resentment, nobility and vindictiveness? “12 Rules of Life” - 12 bottomlessly simple truths, wise laws of existence, overthrowing stereotypes and ennobling the mind and spirit of the reader. Jordan Peterson is a clinical psychologist, philosopher, and professor of psychology at the University of Toronto. He studies ideology, religion, totalitarian systems, personality and consciousness. His lectures and speeches receive millions of views on YouTube, which has made this charismatic teacher and thinker a real idol of modern intellectual youth.