James Allen

Before there was The Secret, there was As a Man Thinketh. For more than a century, James Allen's landmark work on the power of thought has inspired people in all walks of life. Discover how thought shapes behavior, our relationships with others, and with the world around us. Chapter by chapter, Allen reveals the long-term effects of focused, positive thought in every area of life, and on identity itself. Says Allen, ''Thought allied fearlessly to purpose becomes creative force: he who knows this is ready to become something higher and stronger than a mere bundle of wavering thoughts and fluctuating sensations; he who does this has become the conscious and intelligent wielder of his mental powers.''With archival printing, this pocket-sized edition is designed for both portability and longevity. Hardcover gift volume with dust jacket is a classic addition to any home or office library.64 pages. Book measures 4-1/2'' wide x 7-1/2'' high.

As A Man Thinketh by James Allen is one of those must read, internationally bestselling nonfiction classics everyone ought to read, men and women alike -- despite its gender-specific title. The short and sweet book is divided into 7 sections: "Thought and Character," "Effect of Thought on Circumstances," "Effect of Thought on Health and the Body," "Thought and Purpose," "The Thought-Factor in Achievement," "Visions and Ideals," and "Serenity." Allen's message of envisioning and creating the life one wants to lead, that one's thoughts determine who one is and even how one ages, and how vital it is to lead a life of character and purpose, is sure to resonate. Allen's wisdom has a certain gravitas and is all the more inspiring given his challenging and inspiring life story. Born in England in 1864, Allen had to begin working at the age of fifteen after his father was murdered while seeking work in America. Allen thus worked for nine years as a factory knitter, then secretary. Pair this with James Allen's other timeless classics such as Eight Pillars of Prosperity.

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James Allen was one of the most popular writers in the fields of inspiration and spirituality at the turn of the 20th century, and here, in this 1912 work, he tackles the myriad problems facing the world and all its people from a perspective of mind over matter. Shining a light of plain-spoken wisdom on everything from the personal (a sense of proportion, good manners and refinement) to the global (war and peace, diversities of creeds), he motivates us all the take a hand in making the world a better place... for ourselves and for everyone.

Life is by its nature a journey with many twists and turns-a voyage of discovery, with few road signs and many hidden bends. In The Divine Companion is your guide in life, a council you can call on to steer you on your chosen path, leading you back to the thinking that bring clarity of thought and a view of Truth. In these pages you will find the wisdom of the life of James Allen, written bit by bit over his entire literary career, the insights and understanding are there whenever you need them.

By the author of As a Man Thinketh, The Shining Gateway is a guide to meditation and the use of the power of positive thinking. James Allen's books have changed the lives of millions of people for the better. By the author of As a Man Thinketh, The Shining Gateway is a guide to meditation and the use of the power of positive thinking. James Allen's books have changed the lives of millions of people for the better. The Shinning Gateway describes actions and motives, dealing with temptation, religion, and more. It is one of Allen's deepest and most lucid works dealing with fundamental principles of human experience.

Self-help books aim to help the reader with problems, offering them clear and effective guidance on how obstacles can be passed and solutions found, especially with regard to common issues and day-to-day life. The problem of life consists in learning how to live. It is like the problem of addition or subtraction to the schoolboy. When mastered, all difficulty disappears, and the problem has vanished. All the problems of life, whether they be social, political, or religious, subsist in ignorance and wrong-living. As they are solved in the heart of each individual, they will be solved in the mass of men. Humanity at present is in the painful stage of learning.

Another inspirational classic from the author of As a Man Thinketh. Surrounded by noise, we can yet have a quiet mind; involved in responsibilities, the heart can be at rest; in the midst of strife, we can know the abiding peace. The twenty pieces which comprise this book, unrelated as some of them are in the letter, will be found to be harmonious in the spirit, in that they point the reader towards those heights of self-knowledge and self-conquest which, rising above the turbulance of the world, lift their peaks where the Heavenly Silence reigns.

One of the first great modern writers of motivational and inspirational books, James Allen has influenced millions around the world through his classic work As a Man Thinketh. This little book, first published in 1909, gathers the essence of his insight into a month's worth of twice-daily affirmations and meditations culled from his many inspiring works. From the necessity of sacrifice in aiming for blessedness to the healing power of sympathy, Allen's words still sing sweetly today, a century after they were written.

Out From The Hart is James Allen's sequel to As a Man Thinketh. In Out From The Hart Allen shows us how to gain self-mastery, and ascend, by successive stages, into a higher and nobler life. AS THE HEART, SO IS THE LIFE. The within IS ceaselessly becoming the without. Nothing remains unrevealed. That which is hidden is but for a time; it ripens and comes forth at last. Seed, tree, blossom, and fruit are the fourfold order of the universe. From the state of a man's heart proceed the conditions of his life. His thoughts blossom into deeds; and his deeds bear the fruitage of character and destiny.

Every Being Lives in his own mental world. His joys and sorrows are the creations of his own mind, and are dependent upon the mind for their existence. In the midst of the world, darkened with many sins and sorrows, in which the majority live, there abides another world, lighted up with shining virtues and unpolluted joy, in which the perfect ones live. This world can be found and entered, and the way to it is by self-control and moral excellence. It is the world of the perfect life, and it rightly belongs to man, who is not complete until crowned with perfection.

Byways to Blessedness is a spiritual self-help book by James Allen, first published in 1904. James Allen instructs us on how to improve our life and spiritual well-being through the power of positive thinking. He teaches us to live in the present and appreciate the moment. Allen asserts that the power of each person to form his own character and create his own happiness is within. "Life is full of beginnings. Life is full of beginnings. They are presented every day and every hour to every person. They are presented every day and every hour to every person.