'The Secret of Prosperity' is a vibrant anthology that traverses time and space to gather the philosophies of wealth, success, and personal development from across centuries. Each author contributes a unique narrative, offering a tapestry of historical and contemporary views on achieving prosperity. The work spans a range of literary styles, from the aphoristic wisdom of Marcus Aurelius to the pragmatic advice of Benjamin Franklin, and the ideological treatises of Thorstein Veblen. This collection serves not merely as literature but as a mosaic of philosophical inquiry into the mechanics and moral implications of wealth. The contributing authors, each renowned in their respective fields, bring diverse backgrounds ranging from ancient philosophy to modern motivational theory and economic critique. This variably enriches the anthology's overarching theme—the multifaceted pursuit of success and material wealth—while echoing elements of stoicism, transcendentalism, and pragmatic capitalism. Collectively, these voices capture the zeitgeist of multiple eras, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of prosperity's deep-rooted place in human civilization and its varied philosophical underpinnings. 'The Secret of Prosperity' offers its readers an exceptional opportunity to explore enduring questions about wealth, personal achievement, and the ethical quandaries they present. It is an educational journey through the minds of some of the most pivotal figures in philosophical, economic, and motivational thought. Readers not only gain historical and cultural insights but are also encouraged to reflect on the diverse strategies for achieving personal and financial fulfillment. This anthology is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the intellectual pursuit of prosperity.
The Secret of Prosperity : The Greatest Writings on the Art of Becoming Rich, Strong & Successful
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- 2095 pages
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- 183 books
Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin was a founding father of the United States of America. He was a printer, publisher, author, inventor, scientist, and diplomat. Franklin is known for signing and drafting the Declaration of Independence, representing America during the American Revolution, and making significant contributions to science.
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James Allen
Born in 1864 in England, James Allen took his first job at fifteen to support his family. Allen worked as a factory knitter and later a private secretary before writing his first book, From Poverty to Power, in 1901. In 1903 he completed his best-known work: As a Man Thinketh. Allen wrote nineteen books, including his spiritual journal, The Light of Reason, before he died at age forty-seven in 1912. While not widely known during his lifetime, Allen later came to be seen as a pioneer of contemporary inspirational literature.
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Kahlil Gibran
Kahlil Gibran (1883–1931) was a Lebanese-American poet and artist. Born in the town of Bsharri, Lebanon (then part of the Ottoman Empire), he immigrated to the United States in 1895 and is best known for The Prophet, his book of prose poetry.
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Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius ruled the Roman Empire from 161 to 180 AD. Born to an upper-class Roman family in 121, Aurelius was adopted by his uncle, the emperor Antoninus Pius, in 138. Aurelius studied Greek and Latin literature, philosophy, and law, and was especially influenced by the Stoic thinker Epictetus. After Pius’s death, Aurelius succeeded the throne alongside his adoptive brother, Lucius Verus. His reign was marked by plague, numerous military conflicts, and the deaths of friends and family—including Lucius Verus in 169. Despite these struggles, the Empire flourished under Marcus’s rule as the last emperor of the Pax Romana, an era from 27 to 180 of relative peace and prosperity for the Roman Empire. Aurelius wrote his Meditations as spiritual exercises never intended for publication, and died at fifty-eight while on campaign against the Germanic tribes.
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Niccolò Machiavelli
Niccolo Machiavelli (3 May 1469 – 21 June 1527) was an Italian historian, politician, diplomat, philosopher, humanist and writer based in Florence during the Renaissance.
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