As a Man Thinketh

James Allen

Penguin, May 1, 2008 - Body, Mind & Spirit - 80 pages

One of the world’s bestselling and most widely-loved inspirational works about the transformative power of positive thinking.

Millions of readers have experienced the power of James Allen’s As a Man Thinketh. The book’s simple, forthright ideas have touched hearts and changed lives for more than a century—and today they continue to aid in personal growth and point the way toward a fuller, richer, more compassionate existence.

As a Man Thinketh emphasizes the profound impact our thoughts have on shaping our reality and highlights the importance of cultivating a growth mindset. With practical advice and timeless wisdom, Allen guides readers on a journey of self-discovery and personal development—a must-read for anyone seeking to harness the power of their thoughts and create a life filled with happiness, success, and fulfillment.

Contents

• THOUGHT AND CHARACTER: 5
• EFFECT OF THOUGHT ON HEALTH AND BODY: 23
• VISIONS AND IDEALS: 37
• The Lesson of Evil: 55
• The World a Reflex of Mental States: 63
• The Way Out of Undesirable Conditions: 71
• Controlling: 89
• The Secret of Health Success and Power: 101
• The Secret of Abounding Happiness: 117
• The Realization of Prosperity: 127
• The Power of Meditation: 133
• The Two Masters Self and Truth: 145

About the author

James Allen was born in Leicester, England, in 1864. He took his first job at age 15 to support his family, after his father was murdered while looking for work in America. Allen was employed as a factory knitter and a private secretary until the early twentieth century, when he became increasingly known for his motivational writing. His 1903 work As a Man Thinketh earned him worldwide fame as a prophet of inspirational thinking and influenced a who's-who of self-help writers, including Napoleon Hill, Dale Carnegie, and Norman Vincent Peale. Allen died at age 47 in 1912.

Bibliographic information

• Title: As a Man Thinketh
• Author: James Allen
• Publisher: Penguin, 2008
• ISBN: 1101215976, 9781101215975
• Length: 80 pages
• Subjects: Body, Mind & Spirit / Inspiration & Personal Growth; Psychology / Emotions; Self-Help / Spiritual