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As a Man Thinketh - The Original 1902 Classic (includes The Mastery of Destiny): Timeless Wisdom for Personal Development and Mastery of Self
"The VISION that you glorify in your mind...the IDEAL that you enthrone in your heart...this you will BUILD your life by...this YOU WILL BECOME."
James Allen's As A Man Thinketh and The Mastery of Destiny combine to provide men of all ages a timeless blueprint for increasing self-control, boosting self-esteem, ignoring distractions, building confidence, developing a purpose, and cultivating a host of other essential character traits to bring out the absolute best. Use Allen's practical checklists and exercises to take back your divine power - and your right place - as master of your own mind.
A motivational aide and trusted ally as much as it is a book, listen to The Mastery of Destiny and As A Man Thinketh on a regular basis to draw out the natural spark of genius and inspiration waiting deep within you. ( this audiobook is narrated by a real person. No portion of this recording was performed by an A.I. generated voice.)
James Allen's As A Man Thinketh and The Mastery of Destiny combine to provide men of all ages a timeless blueprint for increasing self-control, boosting self-esteem, ignoring distractions, building confidence, developing a purpose, and cultivating a host of other essential character traits to bring out the absolute best. Use Allen's practical checklists and exercises to take back your divine power - and your right place - as master of your own mind.
A motivational aide and trusted ally as much as it is a book, listen to The Mastery of Destiny and As A Man Thinketh on a regular basis to draw out the natural spark of genius and inspiration waiting deep within you. ( this audiobook is narrated by a real person. No portion of this recording was performed by an A.I. generated voice.)
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Published May 18, 2026
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James Allen
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Allen was 15 when his father, a businessman, was robbed and murdered. He left school to work full-time in several British manufacturing firms to help support the family. He later married Lily L. Allen and became an executive secretary for a large company. At age 38, inspired by the writings of Leo Tolstoy, he retired from employment. Allen — along with his wife and their daughter, Nohra — moved to a small cottage in Ilfracombe, Devon, England to pursue a simple life of contemplation. There he wrote for nine years, producing 19 works. He also edited and published a magazine, "The Light of Reason".
Allen's books illustrate the use of the power of thought to increase personal capabilities. Although he never achieved great fame or wealth, his works continue to influence people around the world, including the New Thought movement.
Allen's most famous book, As a Man Thinketh, was published in 1902. It is now considered a classic self-help book. Its underlying premise is that noble thoughts make a noble person, while lowly thoughts make a miserable person.
Following his death in 1912, his wife continued publishing the magazine under the name, "The Epoch".
Allen was 15 when his father, a businessman, was robbed and murdered. He left school to work full-time in several British manufacturing firms to help support the family. He later married Lily L. Allen and became an executive secretary for a large company. At age 38, inspired by the writings of Leo Tolstoy, he retired from employment. Allen — along with his wife and their daughter, Nohra — moved to a small cottage in Ilfracombe, Devon, England to pursue a simple life of contemplation. There he wrote for nine years, producing 19 works. He also edited and published a magazine, "The Light of Reason".
Allen's books illustrate the use of the power of thought to increase personal capabilities. Although he never achieved great fame or wealth, his works continue to influence people around the world, including the New Thought movement.
Allen's most famous book, As a Man Thinketh, was published in 1902. It is now considered a classic self-help book. Its underlying premise is that noble thoughts make a noble person, while lowly thoughts make a miserable person.
Following his death in 1912, his wife continued publishing the magazine under the name, "The Epoch".
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