L'Art de la Séduction

The book treats seduction almost like a strategic art. I'm curious how Greene saw it fitting into self-improvement or psychology rather than just romance.

Greene references so many figures from history to illustrate his points. Did those stories make others reflect on the ethics of seduction and influence?

The strategies can seem cold or calculating, but I wonder if some readers see them as empowering or as ethical guidance. What's the general take?