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An Iron Will
- Author: Marden Orison Swett
- Genre: Motivational
One of the representatives of the New Thought Movement was an American author Orison Swett Marden (1850-1924). He was not only a writer but also a doctor and a prosperous hotel owner. When being a student, he worked in a hotel and then purchased several hotels and a resort. He had some financial problems and had to give up this job. In 1893 he started working again and gained a position of a hotel manager in Chicago. It was at the time when many tourists from all over the world used to come to Chicago to see the World's Columbian Exposition. At that period of time he started to note his philosophical ideas as he wanted to inspire others like Samuel Smile gave inspiration to him. In 1894 Pushing to the Front, Marden's first novel appeared. His next several books were devoted to the questions of success, will-power and positive thinking. In 1897 Swett Marden started Success Magazine and for the next 23 years he wrote regularly for Elizabeth Towne's New Thought magazine Nautilus.
Cheerfulness as a Life Power
- Author: Marden Orison Swett
- Genre: Motivational
A pioneering, positive book by Orison Swett Marden (1850 - 1924), an American writer associated with the New Thought Movement. Considered to be a missionary of success doctrine the author offers readers to see the light sides of everything, avoiding irritation, nervousness and being in a stew, to enjoy every single day, learn to speak more pleasant words to each other. Marden makes believe that cheerfulness, optimism and good nature are the guarantee of success, health and happiness. Learn just how valuable happiness is.
the young man entering business
- Author: Marden Orison Swett
- Genre: Motivational
A book by the founder of the modern success movement in America, Orison Swett Marden, is a peculiar guide presenting the useful advice for a beginner how to set up own Business and succeed.
Washington Irving
- Author: Boynton Henry Walcott
- Genre: Motivational
This book tells its readers about the life of an outstanding figure Washington Irving. The story is truly fascinating and it is very detailed and thorough. It is definitely recommended for readers interested in this personality and who want to learn some mysteries connected with Washington Irving.
A Golden Book of Venice
- Author: Turnbull Lawrence Mrs. -
- Genre: Motivational
This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.
Successful Methods of Public Speaking
- Author: Kleiser Grenville
- Genre: Motivational
Grenville Kleiser was instructor in Public Speaking at Yale Divinity School, Yale University. His publications include "How to Speak in Public," "Great Speeches and How to Make Them," "Complete Guide to Public Speaking," "How to Build Mental Power," and "Talks on Talking." Successful Methods of Public Speaking states that the most important thing is sincerity. Unless you believe in what you are saying you cannot be successful. Kleiser says, "Therein lies the key to successful oratory. When the truth of your message is deeply engraved on your own mind; when your own heart has been touched as by a living flame; when your own character and personality testify to the innate sincerity and nobility of your life, then your speech will be truly eloquent, and men will respond to your fervent appeal."
The Man and the Moment
- Author: Glyn Elinor
- Genre: Motivational
Michael Arranstoun folded a letter which he had been reading for the seventh time with a vicious intentness and then jumping up from the big leather chair in which he had been buried he said aloud "Damn!"' (Excerpt from Chapter 1)