The Science of Getting Rich: The Inspiring Guide to Wealth and Success (Classic Edition) - Hardcover

by Wallace D. Wattles (Author), Tania Ahsan (Introduction by)

"Wallace Wattles explains, in simple, straightforward language, how ANYONE, regardless of their background or circumstances, can attract wealth into their lives." - Rhonda Byrne, author of The Secret

The Science of Getting Rich is considered one of the most influential and acclaimed self-help books in the last 100 years, helping readers achieve financial success through the power of positive thinking.

This turn of the century classic championed a philosophy now referred to as the 'law of attraction', inspiring such works as Napoleon Hill's Think and Grow Rich and Rhonda Byrne's The Secret. Wallace D. Wattles presents a step-by-step guide to both financial and spiritual empowerment which he believed could be attained by transforming attitudes and harnessing opportunities. Written to inspire anyone looking for financial and spiritual betterment, this book tells you how easy it is to acquire wisdom and wealth...if only you know how.

This handsome jacketed hardback edition contains the original and unabridged text, with a new introduction by respected personal development writer Tania Ahsan. See for yourself why this perennial bestseller remains so popular ninety years after it was first published.

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Author Biography

Born in Illinois in 1860, Wallace D Wattles was the son of a gardener and had very little education. Despite his limited schooling, Wattles' book The Science of Getting Rich has been read around the world since its publication in 1910. Wattles believed in the importance of generating wealth and was certain he knew the very steps one had to take to acquire riches. The New Thought movement greatly influenced Wattles who was a follower of the spiritually focused philosophy which encouraged people to recognize the power of the universe to heal and help them through their good, correct thinking. More than a century after its publication, The Science of Getting Rich remains a popular financial success book that many still turn to today.

Tania Ahsan is a former lifestyle journalist and has written for a variety of publications, including Metro and The Guardian. She is also the former editor of Kindred Spirit magazine and has authored many personal development titles, including The Brilliant Book of Calm and Everyday Calming Rituals.