Quiet by Susan Cain

Quiet shows the negative implications of living in North America's loud culture.

By Vanessa Milne

Updated November 2, 2012

Quiet

Shhh..., argues this new book, which theorizes that North America’s loud-louder-loudest culture is detrimental to everyone, but especially to “high-reactive” adults and shy kids. Includes practical real-life tips for introverts stuck in an extrovert’s world, such as the secrets to public speaking.

Quiet, Susan Cain, $28.

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