As a Man Thinketh / The Way of Peace

by James Allen

Two of James Allen's most famous works are in one book for an affordable price. James Allen (November 28, 1864-1912) was a British philosophical writer known for his inspirational books and poetry and as a pioneer of 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. In his own words: ...I dreamed of writing books which would help men and women, whether rich or poor, learned or unlearned, worldly or unworldly to find within themselves the source of all success, all happiness, accomplishment, all truth. And the dream remained with me, and at last became substantial; and now I send forth these books into the world on a mission of healing and blessedness, knowing that they cannot fail to reach the homes and hearts of those who are waiting and ready to receive them. I write for men, not for babes; for those who are eager to learn, and earnest to achieve; for those who will put away (for the world's good) a petty personal indulgence, a selfish desire, a mean thought, and live on as though it were not, sans craving and regret. -James Allen

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction

72 pages, Paperback

First published June 9, 2006

About the author

The James Allen Free Library

Allen was 15 when his father, a businessman, was robbed and murdered. He left school to work full-time in several British manufacturing firms to help support the family. He later married Lily L. Allen and became an executive secretary for a large company. At age 38, inspired by the writings of Leo Tolstoy, he retired from employment. Allen — along with his wife and their daughter, Nohra — moved to a small cottage in Ilfracombe, Devon, England to pursue a simple life of contemplation. There he wrote for nine years, producing 19 works. He also edited and published a magazine, "The Light of Reason".

Allen's books illustrate the use of the power of thought to increase personal capabilities. Although he never achieved great fame or wealth, his works continue to influence people around the world, including the New Thought movement.

Allen's most famous book, As a Man Thinketh, was published in 1902. It is now considered a classic self-help book. Its underlying premise is that noble thoughts make a noble person, while lowly thoughts make a miserable person.

Following his death in 1912, his wife continued publishing the magazine under the name, "The Epoch".

Reviews

[Steven Walle · Rating 5 out of 5]

James Allen has put together a short treatis on how a Man's charictor, and a Man's sercomstance are determined by His thought life. What a Man thinketh he becomes.
James Allen exhorts that we must be mindful of the thoughts we choose to dwell upon for they will shape our charictor and our sercomstance. What ever we fix our minds on is what we will draw to us.
I recommend this book to all who are into self development.
Be Blessed.
Diamond

[Carolin/Misha/Yans · Rating 5 out of 5]

Anyone who wants to be a better person should definitely read their scriptures.... and pick up this book. :-)

[Fai Kavochi · Rating 3 out of 5]

What happens on the outside is a result of what happens on the inside.

[Phillip · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book really makes you evaluate your own life and what type of person you are. This is a really quick read, and I find myself refering to it often in conversations as well as re-reading it often.

[Italo Bonetta · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book! Seems to have New Age undertones, which I dislike. There are truths nonetheless, specifically about mastery of character and self analysis. Having the power of the Gospel in mind, this makes it a great read.

[Jennica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Always worth the read.

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

interesting

[Julian · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Wat to Peace is another great book with the same spirit that As a Man Thinketh carries.