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As a Man Thinketh and other Writings: From Poverty to Power, Eight Pillars of Prosperity, The Mastery of Destiny, and Out from the Heart (Royal ...
As a Man Thinketh is a self-help book which deals with the power of thought, and the use and application of thought to create happiness. The book shows how each person holds the key to every condition, good or bad, that enters into their life, and that, by working patiently and intelligently upon their thoughts, a person can remake their life, and transform their circumstances. As a Man Thinketh eventually became read around the world and brought Allen posthumous fame as one of the pioneering figures of modern inspirational thought. Also included are four of Allen's other self-help books, including From Poverty to Power, Eight Pillars of Prosperity, The Mastery of Destiny, and Out from the Heart . Alan's books continue to be a source of inspiration to motivational and self-help authors around the world. This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.
272 pages, Hardcover
Published January 24, 2021
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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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