James Allen (28 November 1864 – 24 January 1912) was a British philosophical writer known for his inspirational books and poetry and as a pioneer of the self-help movement. His best known work, As a Man Thinketh, has been mass-produced since its publication in 1903. It has been a source of inspiration to motivational and self-help authors.Born in Leicester, England, into a working-class family, Allen was the elder of two brothers. His mother could neither read nor write. His father, William, was a factory knitter. In 1879 following a downturn in the textile trade of central England, Allen’s father travelled alone to America to find work and establish a new home for the family. Within two days of arriving his father was pronounced dead at New York City Hospital, believed to be a case of robbery and murder.
Very powerful little book I have purchased this book for myself twice already. The information in here is timeless. At first glance it may appear that the 75 pages or so can’t really hold that much information. But the truth is that almost every sentence has a lot of value. I feel that as you read each paragraph, or chapter, one needs to understand there is a very strong message here. It is not enough to just understand and agree. You must really absorb into your core belief system.
Must Read! It changed my life One of the best book I’ve ever read. So many of the best success books teach the same things as this book. Anthony Robbins recommends it, Bob Proctor has read it over 15 times! Many other self made millionaires as well. It’s a short book and one to re read over and over. Highly recommend it.
Among the Greatest Self-Help Books Ever Written As A Man Thinketh was written in 1903 by James Allen (1864-1912), a British, philosophical author of essays, short books and poetry, a pioneer in inspirational, self-help writings. From the working class and devoid of extensive education, he wrote 19 works in nine years, endlessly republished (often as chapbooks, i.e., mini-pocket books) by myriad publishers. Many of Allen’s works resonate today among the best-selling inspirational books of all time – and can be found in Amazon…