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The Law of Success, Volume I: The Principles of Self-Mastery (Law of Success, Vol 1)

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Just to set the record straight Napoleon Hill only wrote the following books.

1919-1920
"The Golden Rule Magazine"
Napoleon Hill edited and published

1928
"Law of Success"
published (Ralston Society, Publishers)

1930
"The Magic Ladder to Success"

1937
"Think and Grow Rich"

1939
"How to Sell Your Way Through Life"

1953
"How to Raise Your Own Salary"

1960
"Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude"

1970
"You Can Work Your Own Miracles"

All other books were either compiled by others or used his notes to write the books, he himself did not write them, period. I have been studying his works for 15 years. Yes, I am rich from studying his works.

As with any revision there will always be some critics, the original LOS contained only 15 laws, I have seen the original set with my own eyes, again the authors are correct.

Some of the things in this book could have been done differently as with all revisions, however they did their best to remain true to the spirit of the book...

I purchased the huge paperback and enjoyed the little notes they added, some of them could have gone a little deeper, but no biggie.

Ideally, in a perfect world it would be perfect. Keep in mind they worked with a lot of people who all had to agree on these things.

Many of the self help books today are like fast food. Made for easy consumption.
I guess that is why The Law of Success was such a pleasant surprise. It has some real meat to it. So much so that it has taken me three weeks to digest just the first two volumes of material on the 17 Laws that are presented in the first two installments.
This volume covers the first four lessons of the 17 principles that make up The Law of Success.

Self-Mastery is engaging enough to make me continue on to volume II as well as order volumes 3 & 4. Hard to believe it was written so long ago but yet is STILL so relevant to today's business environment.

The 4 questions on Definiteness of Purpose were the best part. They are as follows:
1. Have you decided upon a definite goal in life?

2. Have you set a date for reaching that goal?

3. Do you have a specific plan for achieving your goal in life?

4. Have you determined what definite benefits your goal in life will bring you?

Rating: A Buy

I have been following Napolean Hill since 1975. The review that precedes mine indicates that Hill only wrote a few books that the reviewer posts. The fact is that Napolean Hill wrote ALL the books that bear his name. TRUE, some of his books have been repreinted by other publishers, I believe this is what the reviewer is trying to communicate.

Saying that he did not write all the books he is credited with is like saying that is not Napolean Hill's voice on the tape programs.

Obviously, this reviewer is as confused as the reviewer from Canada. In fact, probably the same person who suddenly decided to live in New Jersey.

The Law of Success is a masterpiece!

Read at your own risk! If you have an open mind and a willingness to learn and take action your life WILL have changed by the time you have finished reading this book.

I would strongly suggest reading this while listening to "Your Right To Be Rich!" Hearing the voice of Napoleon Hill while reading this EXCELLENT condensation of his Principles of Self Mastery is a must!

Even thought this work is compiled it is a must have for any fan of Napoleon Hill's!

Get it today!

John Wingert
The Original and The Only NO BS Life Coach!

I'm going to take another stand with this review: In my opinion, Napoleon Hill is a poor advocate of what he teaches. 1) He teaches in people to have an open mind, and that in the lesson on TOLERENCE, that anyone who claims the final word on a subject is doomed to a close mind. It's interesting how in "How to Raise your Own Salary" he states that sleep has NO BENEFICIAL FUNCTION OTHER THAN REST. Wow, that's a pretty powerful statement. Should I blindly follow Dr. Hill and give up my lucid dreaming skills?

Another instance: in this highly unscientific book, he talks about how all thoughts that are released circle around the entire universe thru the ether (the "ether" theory that carries radio waves has been disproven since then). But to communicate and reach this he suggests to stick your fingers in your ears, close your eyes, and repeat your definite chief aim to yourself and hopefully let your mind attune these vibrations. I know this sounds stupid, sounds like a joke, but I assure you I am being serious.

I decided to try and follow this advice, because of his plea to believe it anyway and not be skeptical because he's been studying success for 20+ years etc, and found this to be a very serious mistake.

I urge to you look elsewhere. Is your problem simply lack of motivation or too much procrastination? Check out "The Now Habit" by Neil Fiore. Read the reviews to be sure. Do you want to self-discipline your mind? Dr. Hill will tell you all the wonders about this, but won't give you a method to do so, other than simply "think good thoughts, not bad thoughts". Not the most practical... check out "The Silva Mind Control Method" by Jose Silva.

Thanks for reading my review.