The Wisdom of James Allen

Specially introduced and curated by historian and popular spiritual voice Mitch Horowitz, the Wisdom Series editions feature selected books, chapters, articles, and talks by the greatest names in inspiration including Napoleon Hill, James Allen, Robert Collier, Joseph Murphy, and Wallace D. Wattles.

About the author

James Allen was a British philosophical writer and poet and a pioneer of the self-help movement. At the turn of the 20th century, he was one of the most popular writers on spirituality, his many books comforting millions of readers with their simple, unpretentious wisdom about living a joyful life.

Summary

The World Is a Mirror of Self

The Wisdom of James Allen is the collection that finally and fully honors the career of one of the most important inspirational writers of the modern era.

Including the full text of As a Man Thinketh, and other great works, The Wisdom of James Allen illuminates Allen as the literary and motivational giant that he truly was.

A new introduction by PEN Award-winning historian Mitch Horowitz highlights Allen's influences and his highly original authorial voice. Mitch also explores how Allen lived out the meaning of his philosophy in a way that provides new inspiration to contemporary readers.

Mitch's chapter commentary further elucidates the power of Allen's ideas, and a comprehensive timeline rounds out the collection to give you a 360-degree view of the writer's life.

Drawing upon Allen's most powerful insights-including the full works As a Man Thinketh and Out from the Heart-as well as passages and chapters that capture the master's wide-ranging concerns, this collection gives Allen the complete treatment he deserves.

Product details

• Authors: James Allen, Mitch Horowitz, Horowitz Mitch
• Publisher: Ingram Publishers Services
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 09.06.2020
• EAN: 9781722501488
• ISBN: 978-1-72250-148-8
• Subjects: Guides > Self-help, everyday life > Lifestyle, personal development; Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Miscellaneous; SELF-HELP / Personal Growth / Self-Esteem, SELF-HELP / Personal Growth / Success, SELF-HELP / Motivational & Inspirational, BODY, MIND & SPIRIT / Spiritualism, Spiritualism, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Careers / General, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Personal Success, Assertiveness, motivation & self-esteem, Mind, Body, Spirit: thought & practice, Advice on careers & achieving success, Chakras, auras & spiritual energy, Mind, body, spirit: thought and practice, Chakras, auras and spiritual energy, Advice on careers and achieving success