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Self Help was published in 1859 by Samuel Smiles. It has been called "the bible of mid-Victorian liberalism". Self Help sold 20,000 copies within one year of its publication. By the time of Smiles' death in 1904, it had sold over a quarter of a million. Self-Help elevated Smiles to celebrity status; almost overnight, he became a leading pundit and much-consulted guru.

Samuel Smiles se propuso contribuir a la formación de hombres rectos, buenos ciudadanos, educados en valores y virtudes. Para conseguir su propósito hizo un estudio exhaustivo sobre las vidas de muchos personajes insignes de la Historia (con énfasis en los referentes de su querida Inglaterra). Autoayuda va más allá de dar consejos y lecciones sencillas de vida, es un testimonio histórico de lo valioso y bueno que el hombre ha sido capaz de hacer en este mundo. Quien lea este libro comprenderá el sentido del deber, del autocultivo, y se sentirá inspirado para ser un mejor humano.

Short Biographies of some of the most influential engineers who developed the modern manufacturing methods behind the Industrial Revolution. Engineers and designers tend to be fairly anonymous figures in history – content to make things rather than write about them. At the time Smiles wrote “Industrial Biography” the whole of British society was undergoing massive changes driven by developments in the High Technology of the day – Mechanical Engineering. Much of the knowledge we have of the brilliant mechanical engineers who developed the iron and machine tools of the nineteenth century...

Samuel Smiles was a Scottish author and government reformer, but he concluded that more progress would come from new attitudes than from new laws. He wrote popular articles and books on his theories; ways people could help themselves overcome their problems. His book "Self-Help" brought him to celebrity status: almost overnight, he became a leading pundit and much-consulted guru. "Happy Homes" focuses on ways and reasons to be thrifty, how to find happiness in life, the opposite sex and work. What's particularly striking about this book is its clear-headed 19th Century advice for "improvement"...

La recién fundada editorial Routledge se rehusó a publicar Self-Help en 1855. Veinte años después, Smiles estaba sentado enseguida de George Routledge en una cena, y le dijo: "¿Y cuando, Dr. Smiles, vamos a tener el honor de publicar uno de sus libros?", a lo que Smiles respondió que el Sr. Routledge ya había tenido el honor de rechazar Self-Help. 

Samuel Smiles (1812-1904) was a Scottish author and reformer who advocated for radical causes ranging from women's suffrage to free trade to parliamentary reform. The Huguenots in France, chronicles the persecution of the Protestants in France after the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes in 1685. While many of the Huguenots fled the country, others suffered persecution at the hands of the crown, the army, and the church. This work documents many specific incidents of persecution.

Self-Help is a groundbreaking work that not only defined a literary genre but also inspired countless individuals seeking to improve their lives. This compelling book showcases the stories of remarkable people who, through dedication, hard work, and seizing opportunities, achieved success. It champions the virtues of charity and philanthropy while cautioning against the pitfalls of greed. Often referred to as the bible of mid-Victorian liberalism, it catapulted its author, Samuel Smiles, to fame and established a legacy that continues to resonate today. Join us as we explore these timeless ...

Discover the timeless wisdom of Samuel Smiles, a remarkable author who championed the idea that individual character is the cornerstone of societal improvement. In this enlightening work, Smiles explores the qualities that define truly great men and women, weaving in inspiring anecdotes from historical figures and his contemporaries. Despite being penned in the 1800s, the insights and principles found within these pages resonate powerfully today. Prepare to be challenged and motivated as you delve into this thought-provoking guide that encourages personal growth and the pursuit of virtue. (...

Industrial Biography offers an enlightening exploration into the lives and accomplishments of the unsung heroes of the Industrial Revolution. These engineers and designers, often overlooked in historical narratives, were the driving force behind the transformational changes in British society. The book, written by Smiles, pays tribute to the genius minds who developed iron and machine tools of the 19th century, forging the path for future innovators like Brunel. Their legacy lives on, with many of their tools still being utilized two centuries later. Smiles acclaimed work, Self Help, extols ...

George Stephenson may not have invented the steam engine, the steam locomotive, or the Railway, but his contributions are undeniable. Known as ‘The father of the steam locomotive,’ Stephenson transformed a primitive and inefficient device into a reliable machine that ran for over a century. Despite his humble beginnings and learning to read at the age of twenty, Stephenson, along with his son Robert, became the preeminent engineers in the railway world. He pioneered the development of steam railways in England and worldwide, beginning with the Stockton and Darlington Railway, the ...

En este audiolibro, Samuel Smiles (1812-1904), uno de los escritores más influyentes de la época victoriana, nos guía a través de historias inspiradoras de hombres y mujeres que, con valentía y trabajo duro, superaron obstáculos y dejaron una huella imborrable en la historia. Con un estilo dinámico y cercano, descubrirás historias reales de científicos, hombres de estado, inventores, artistas, empresarios y productores de humilde origen que supieron vencer las dificultades para alcanzar el éxito, dejando una huella imborrable en la historia de la humanidad.