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As a Man Thinketh and From Poverty to Power

By: James Allen
Narrated by: Simon Prebble
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James Allen's From Poverty to Power (1901) and As a Man Thinketh (1902) stand as seminal texts in the self-help genre that have served as sources of inspiration since their publication at the beginning of the 20th century. Loosely based in its principles around the Biblical proverb "As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he," As a Man Thinketh asserts the powerful idea that belief is central to bringing about positive events in one's life. From Poverty to Power, Allen's first book, relies on a similar philosophy but addresses themes of adversity and suffering more directly and offers his simple wisdom as a means of overcoming difficulty. Allen's writings are powerful and relevant today as they were over a century ago, and this collection brings their solace and inspiration to modern listeners.

Public Domain (P)2011 Tantor Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Spirituality
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Recommended to me by Mack Newton, this book is a great reminder that we must first change on the inside in order to change what happens on the outside. I like the short story analogies that James Allen uses to convey a point. Being an older publication, it requires concentration to understand it. From Poverty to Power reminded me to be happy with what I have and love unconditionally. I would recommend these books for people who are striving to be better and find themselves, and also those people who have many desires that are material.

Great reminder that we are what we think about most

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