This condensed version of the most famous self-help book ever written is a pocket-size volume of inspiration that's as relevant today as it was when first published in 1952. It contains the wisdom of Dr. Norman Vincent Peale's best-selling original and Peale's sage advice about developing the mental acumen to surmount obstacles and maintain a positive outlook.
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Translated into fifteen languages with more than 7 million copies sold, The Power of Positive Thinking is unparalleled in its extraordinary capacity for restoring the faltering faith of millions. In this insightful program, Dr. Peale offers the essence of his profound method for mastering the problems of everyday living. You will learn: How to eliminate that most devastating handicap---self doubt How to free yourself from worry, stress and resentment How to climb above problems to visualize solutions and then attain them Simple prayerful exercises that you can do every day, through-out the day, to reinforce your new-found habit of happiness Eliminating all the negative thoughts that prevent you from achieving happiness and success, The Power of Positive Thinking is an inspiring program that will help you create a positive change in your life.
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Faith in yourself makes good things happen to you. This classic guide to self-esteem and success will help you learn how to: break the worry habit; get other people to like you; avoid "the jitters" in your daily work; believe in yourself and everything you do; develop the power to reach your goals, and so much more.
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40 of 46 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This micro edition of the famous book measures 2.76" wide by 3.29" tall and with only 128 pages must be no more than 11% of the full text of "The Power of Positive Thinking." So where does Amazon.com mention this epic shortcoming in the description? Buyer beware, I guess. Very disappointing.
53 of 63 people found the following review helpful
By Book Lover
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is not the original Power of Positive Thinking book that I was expecting. This is a tiny, pocket-sized abridged version. I did not see that mentioned anywhere in the description, but maybe I just overlooked it. Anyway, I was extremely disappointed because I wanted the original version to give as a gift to a friend. This tiny version has very little information in it. Find the original version if you can. It will change your life.
72 of 90 people found the following review helpful
By Ember
Format:Hardcover
The power of positive thinking and strong intentions is well-known and documented, and this short book does indeed offer some strategies for using these techniques. However, the book's primary focus is on establishing a relationship with Jesus Christ, and the author's attitude seems to be that the success of positive thinking hinges on that relationship.
I don't want to sound anti-Christian, but the powers of intention and the law of attraction are enough on their own to give all the results you could ever want or need. A belief in a specific deity or religion are completely unnecessary. Although Peale probably didn't know it at the time of original publication, the law of attraction is a scientific concept, not a religious one. Also, it's rather contradictory to tell someone that they have the power within to accomplish anything, but they need Jesus to do so. Either you have the power or you don't - Jesus has nothing to do with it. (And you DO have the power!)
If you are a Christian, I'm certain that the ideas in this book will resonate. And more power to you! But for those of us who are not, the book comes across as extremely preachy and outdated. There are many better choices on the same topic that don't have some mention of Jesus Christ on 90% of their pages.
(In the interest of full disclosure, I want to add that while I am not a Christian, I DO believe in God. I find it offensive, frankly, that people assume a belief in a deity means one is a Christian, and I want to make it clear that there are more options than just Christianity and atheism!)
I don't want to sound anti-Christian, but the powers of intention and the law of attraction are enough on their own to give all the results you could ever want or need. A belief in a specific deity or religion are completely unnecessary. Although Peale probably didn't know it at the time of original publication, the law of attraction is a scientific concept, not a religious one. Also, it's rather contradictory to tell someone that they have the power within to accomplish anything, but they need Jesus to do so. Either you have the power or you don't - Jesus has nothing to do with it. (And you DO have the power!)
If you are a Christian, I'm certain that the ideas in this book will resonate. And more power to you! But for those of us who are not, the book comes across as extremely preachy and outdated. There are many better choices on the same topic that don't have some mention of Jesus Christ on 90% of their pages.
(In the interest of full disclosure, I want to add that while I am not a Christian, I DO believe in God. I find it offensive, frankly, that people assume a belief in a deity means one is a Christian, and I want to make it clear that there are more options than just Christianity and atheism!)
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
Yes, it was 1952, a full 50 years ago that NVP published his first edition of The Power of Positive Thinking. A true cultural pioneer, he launched a movement in PMA = Positive Mental Attitude, and his original book is still very useful today. NVP's influence in psychology was eventually seen in the cognitive therapy revolution. One additional improvement began in 1986 when academic studies of 'constructive pessimism' appeared in the journal Cognitive Therapy and Research. Now we know that at least half of us can do even better if we supplement The Power of Positive Thinking with The Positive Power of Negative Thinking, published in 2002 by psychologist Julie Norem. With the two books side-by-side, access to both the classic and the updated strategies is at our fingertips. So I recommend combining the foundation and the update to achieve constructive thinking and better living as we begin this 21st Century.
13 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I thought I was buying a full sized "hardcover" edition of this book. When it arrived, I was disappointed to find that it was a miniaturized version, approximately 2 x 3 inches. It would make a cute little gift item, but I'm not sure that it contains the entire text of Dr. Peale's book.
Buyer beware! You have to dig down a few levels to get the product details and only there does it describe this book as a miniature version.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By T in GA
Format:Hardcover
Maybe I should have read the details more carefully or something, but let's just say that when I opened my package and saw a miniature little book about the size of a stickey-note pad, I was deflated. Even though I tried not to let that deter me from reading the goodies inside, I'd be lying to say it didn't. My advice: make sure you're ordering a "real" book, one you don't have to squint to read. Don't trust Amazon to do it for you. The first one they show available is the small one. Shame on them. I digress...
On Peale's words, they are not new, but they are profound. The book gets kind-of repetitive early on, but maybe that's the author's point. Bottom line, books don't become "classic" for nothig. Check it out if you feel you need real change in your thought life.
Be postiive!
On Peale's words, they are not new, but they are profound. The book gets kind-of repetitive early on, but maybe that's the author's point. Bottom line, books don't become "classic" for nothig. Check it out if you feel you need real change in your thought life.
Be postiive!
9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
It was not that clear that this was a miniature of the original book. ...
11 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I did not realize this was such a minature edition. It is difficult to accurately assess this brief synopsis. I would need to read the full version to get the true meaning of this book.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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Too short
I did not realize the miniature version's was just a short piece. I thought I was buying the whole book.
Published 1 month ago by Paul Ricksecker
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great attitude/mental adjustment book
This is a wonderful, portable book that is nice to have handy whenever you are looking for an attitude or mental health pick-up. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Breck
2.0 out of 5 stars
Small? Try tiny.
We ordered this book thinking it would be smaller than a traditional hardbound copy; however, we were rather surprised to find out it can fit in the palm of your hand. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Grant K
5.0 out of 5 stars
cute little book
This is a cute little book that we keep in the bedroom and just flip through every once in a while! It has some really nice "food for thought" in it. Quick motivation
Published on June 30, 2008 by J. MCKEON
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Power of Positive Thinking
Good little book to carry w/ youto use when feeling down. If it was maybe a little larger you could read it better.
Published on January 28, 2008 by John Petty
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Might Want to Pass This Up
This strikes me as a bit funny to leave a somewhat negative comment about a book called "The Power of Positive Thinking" -- forgive me. Read more
Published on January 7, 2008 by Mommy with an Opinion
2.0 out of 5 stars
Small
when purchasing the book it said "miniature edition". I didn't realize
they meant the whole size of the book. Probably 2" x 2" square. Read more
they meant the whole size of the book. Probably 2" x 2" square. Read more
Published on December 28, 2007 by J. G. Sullivan
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Little Book With A Big Message
When I purchased this book I didn't think the minature edition would be so small. It is smaller than my wallet and can literally fit in the palm of my hand. Read more
Published on November 25, 2007 by Nico
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Power of Positive Thinking(minature edition)
Great book,smallest one I have ever read. Small but packed with Positive ways to better your life! This is another book everyone can benefit from! Read more
Published on July 6, 2007 by Van C. Gordon
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Try Prayer Power
This book is very helpful and the way I think and believe. The book is short and to the point. Excellent
Published on July 3, 2007 by Gina M. Carter
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