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"This little volume (the result of meditation and experience) is not intended as an exhaustive treatise on the much-written-upon subject of the power of thought. It is suggestive rather than explanatory, its object being to stimulate men and women to the discovery and perception of the truth that— “They themselves are makers of themselves.” by virtue of the thoughts, which they choose and encourage; that mind is the master-weaver, both of the inner garment of character and the outer garment of circumstance, and that, as they may have hitherto woven in ignorance and pain they may now weave in enlightenment and happiness." James Allen

The aphorism, "As a man thinketh in his heart so is he," not only embraces the whole of a man's being, but is so comprehensive as to reach out to every condition and circumstance of his life. A man is literally what he thinks, his character being the complete sum of all his thoughts. As the plant springs from, and could not be without, the seed, so every act of a man springs from the hidden seeds of thought, and could not have appeared without them. This applies equally to those acts called "spontaneous" and "unpremeditated" as to those, which are deliberately executed. Act is the blossom of thought, and joy and suffering are its fruits; thus does a man garner in the sweet and bitter fruitage of his own husbandry.

As a Man Thinketh: Descend into the Deepest Corners of Your Mind and Heart James Allen was probably the closest anyone could get to New Age thinking at the beginning of the 20th century. As a Man Thinketh – a literary essay which is considered to be his finest work – basically sends a clear and distinct message to the reader about the true nature of the identity of any person: that of his/her own mind.A popular idea among New Age enthusiasts and self-help gurus is that we create our own reality through our thoughts. The Bible passage that inspired Allen to write his essay spoke of a similar concept: “As a man thinketh in his heart, so he is” (Book of Proverbs, Chapter 23, Verse 7).As a Man Thinketh takes this statement and discusses its deepest implications and impact on human life in the most direct and simple fashion. In accordance with Allen's presented ideology, people literally are their thoughts put into actions, and they attract what they are, not what they desire. The author then goes on to explain how each action and emotion is preceded by thought, and how positive, “right” thinking can make an incredible difference in the life of anyone, no matter the circumstances.Allen's work, of course, didn't catch on at the time, since the concept of influencing reality through correct and positive thinking was quite new. However, as time went by and more and more people realized the correlation between this remarkable literary essay, oriental ideals brought forth by disciples of Asian cultures, and the modern New Age concept of law of attraction which is gaining momentum even today, As a Man Thinketh became an inspiration to many modern philosophers, idealists, artists and promoters of the self-help industry.

Here is the classic James Allen work that has inspired millions around the world to change their lives for the better. For nearly a hundred years, Allen's words of positive thinking have provided the foundation for many of today's motivational leaders, including Norman Vincent Peale, Dale Carnegie, and Billy Graham. In this concise work, Allen offers a simple yet elegant message about the innate power of control we all possess. As a Man Thinketh provides the means to gain confidence in ourselves, to take charge of the way we perceive things, and to reshape who we are to meet and conquer life's inevitable challenges. About the Author: James Allen was born in Leicester, England in 1864. After leaving school at the age of fifteen to support his family, Allen worked, read, and carefully observed the world around him. It was not until he was thirty-eight that he wrote From Poverty to Power, one of the first motivational books. His next book, As a Man Thinketh, established his reputation as an inspirational writer. Other books on spirituality included The Eight Pillars of Wisdom and From Passion to Peace. Although his writing career lasted for only ten years, until his death in 1912, Allen produced twenty titles that influenced millions in the same manners as the words of Dale Carnegie and Norman Vincent Peale.

James Allen was a British philosophical writer known for his inspirational books and poetry and as a pioneer of the self-help movement. His best known work, As a Man Thinketh, has been mass-produced since its publication in 1902. It has been a source of inspiration to motivational and self-help authors. THIS little volume (the result of meditation and experience) is not intended as an exhaustive treatise on the much-written-upon subject of the power of thought. It is suggestive rather than explanatory, its object being to stimulate men and women to the discovery and perception of the truth that— "They themselves are makers of themselves." by virtue of the thoughts, which they choose and encourage; that mind is the master-weaver, both of the inner garment of character and the outer garment of circumstance, and that, as they may have hitherto woven in ignorance and pain they may now weave in enlightenment and happiness. - JAMES ALLEN

This little volume (the result of meditation and experience) is not intended as an exhaustive treatise on the much-written-upon subject of the power of thought. It is suggestive rather than explanatory, its object being to stimulate men and women to the discovery and perception of the truth that- "They themselves are makers of themselves." by virtue of the thoughts, which they choose and encourage; that mind is the master-weaver, both of the inner garment of character and the outer garment of circumstance, and that, as they may have hitherto woven in ignorance and pain they may now weave in enlightenment and happiness. This edition contains an essay called "James Allen: A prophet Of Meditation".

Since its first publication in 1902, James Allen's best-selling classic,As a Man Thinketh, has influenced millions of men and women to the discovery and perception of the truth that "they themselves are makers of themselves" by virtue of the thoughts, which they choose and encourage. Through this idea that "as a man thinketh in his heart so is he," Allen invites us to adopt this simple, but powerful, wisdom to change your outlook in order to shape and enhance the life of your dreams.

As a Man Thinketh is a literary essay and book by James Allen, published in 1903. It was described by Allen as "... [dealing] with the power of thought, and particularly with the use and application of thought to happy and beautiful issues. I have tried to make the book simple, so that all can easily grasp and follow its teaching, and put into practice the methods which it advises. It shows how, in his own thought-world, each man holds the key to every condition, good or bad, that enters into his life, and that, by working patiently and intelligently upon his thoughts, he may remake his life, and transform his circumstances. The price of the book is only one shilling, and it can be carried in the pocket." It was also described by Allen as "A book that will help you to help yourself", "A pocket companion for thoughtful people", and "A book on the power and right application of thought." About the book This book, written in terms of the responsibility assumption, opens with the statement: Mind is the Master power that moulds and makes, And Man is Mind, and evermore he takes The tool of Thought, and, shaping what he wills, Brings forth a thousand joys, a thousand ills: --- He thinks in secret, and it comes to pass: Environment is but his looking-glass. Chapter 1 starts with the quote from Dhammapada that explains the effect of karma.