Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise by Anders Ericsson and Robert Pool (Paperback)

Peak is a popular book by psychologist Anders Ericsson, the researcher whose work on deliberate practice inspired the 10,000-hour idea, written with science writer Robert Pool. Drawing on decades of studies of top performers, it explains how expertise is built through focused, well-designed practice. Practical and inspiring, it is a valuable read for learners, coaches, and anyone hoping to master a skill.