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As a Man Thinketh

by James Allen

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First published
1903
Pages
Depends on edition
Language
English
Reading difficulty
Not set

A little about the book

In this short essay, James Allen argues that our thoughts shape our character, our circumstances and our health. By taking charge of what we think, he says, we can change the course of our lives.

Brief and simply written, it has inspired generations of self-help writers.

Things You May Not Know About As a Man Thinketh

  • First published in 1903.
  • The title comes from a verse in the Book of Proverbs.
  • Often cited as a forerunner of modern self-help.

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