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The Richest Man in Babylon [Mass Market Paperback]

George S. Clason (Author)
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February 3, 2004
Hailed as a modern-day classic, this celebrated bestseller offers an understanding of-and a solution to-personal financial problems. Based on the success secrets of ancient "Babylonian parables", it is the most inspiring book on wealth ever written.

Hailed as a modern-day classic, this celebrated bestseller offers an understanding of-and a solution to-personal financial problems. Based on the success secrets of ancient "Babylonian parables", it is the most inspiring book on wealth ever written.


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"What can a book written in the 1920s tell modern investors about their finances? A whole lot if it's George Clason's delightful set of parables that explain the basics of money. This is a great gift for a graduate or anyone who seems baffled by the world of finance and a wonderful, refreshing read for even the most experienced investor." -Los Angeles Times

About the Author

George Samuel Clason was born in Louisiana, Missouri, on November 7th, 1874. He attended the University of Nebraska and served in the United States Army during the Spanish-American War. A successful businessman, he founded the Clason Map Company of Denver, Colorado and published the first road atlas of the United States and Canada. In 1926, he issued the first of a famous series of pamphlets on thrift and financial success, using parables set in ancient Babylon to make each of his points. These were distributed in large quantities by banks and insurance companies and became familiar to millions, the most famous being “The Richest Man in Babylon,” the parable from which the present volume takes its title. These “Babylonian parables” have become a modern inspirational classic.

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  • Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  • Mass Market Paperback: 208 pages
  • Publisher: Signet (February 3, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0451205367
  • ISBN-13: 978-0451205360
  • Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 4.2 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (512 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,407 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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290 of 298 people found the following review helpful
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I first heard about this book 17 years ago. At that time, I was in a direct sales company and had the good fortune to attend a seminar conducted by a businessman named Jim Rohn.

Mr. Rohn talked about his early mentor, a man named Earl Schoff and went on to tell us how Mr. Schoff turned him on to personal development and pointed him to the right books to read. One of the most important books, said Rohn was The Richest Man in Bablyon.

Rohn had made and lost a fortune but came back and made another fortune and gave credit to the principles in The Richest Man in Bablyon for helping him accomplish that feat.

I read The Richest Man in Bablyon and have to admit, I hated it! I thought it was stupid, like feel good stuff that has no substance. When ever friends came over, I hid the book. I felt so ridiculous.

But Mr. Rohns words of wisdom kept echeoing in my mind. So I read it over and over untill the principles were imbedded into my conscious and subconsious mind.

Soon, after the fifth reading, the the principles became habits for me. My wealth esculated at a very rapid rate. I was no longer wasting money. I was now investing the first 10% of my income, tithing 10% and investing another 10% in capital like no load mutuals, real estate, discounted mortgages, tax liens and my own business.

The Richest Man in Bablyon has 7 basic principles:

1) Start thy purse to fattening - save/invest
2) Control thy expenditures - watch out for self serving brokers
3) Make thy gold mutiply - use powerful investments
4) Guard thy treasures from loss - watch out for brokers with
their hot tips.
5) Make of thy dwelling a profitable investment - rental properties, your own home---but stay within your means.
6) Insure a future income - do work that you love to do. Become excellent at it.
7) Increase thy ability to earn - education never stops. Keep reading good books like this one, The Millionaire Next Door, Rich Dad Poor Dad and so on.

The Richest Man in Bablyon is an excellent book. Although only 145 pages, it is packed with powerful information that can be life changing. It has helped some people like Jim Rohn and others become millionaires.

George Samuel Clason was born in Louisiana, Missouri, on November 7, 1874. He attended the University of Nebraska and served in the United States Army during the Spanish-American War. Beginning a long career in publishing, he founded the Clason Map Company of Denver, Colorado and published the first road atlas of the United States and Canada. In 1926, he issued the first in a series of pamphlets on thrift and financial success, using parables set in ancient Bablyon to make each of his points.

These were distributed in large quantities by banks and insurance companies and became familiar to millions, the most famous being "The Richest Man in Bablyon," the parable which has impacted the lives of millions of people. These "Babylonian Parables" have become a modern inspiritional classic.

The Richest Man in Babylon is must reading for anyone who wants to achieve maximum financial success. Highly recommended.

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220 of 229 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
I am continually amazed at how a book so small can contain so much content and be so powerful. This book should be mandatory reading beginning at the grade school level through college and should be given as a gift right along with a diploma.

I took the advice of acde1034@yahoo.com who recommended 'The Millionaire next Door" and "More Weath without Risk" and bought and have read both. Both of these books are in the same status as "The Richest Man in Bablyon" and should also be required reading by anyone who is serious about their financial future. I am now giving "Richest Man in Bablyon" as a accessory gift to a cash gift at weddings and graduations.

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161 of 166 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
I first read "Richest Man in Bablyon bac in 1975. At first I was taken back by it's compact size and story book style. This book should be read by everyone from grade school to the college level students, employees, executives and the self employed. In todays's society, where people spend most if not all of what they make, this book is mre valuable than ever. Other books I would recommend are; "The Millionaire next Door" by Dr. Stanley et all, "More Wealth without Risk" and "Financial Self-Defense" by Charles Givens. Great book. A must read for anyone seeking financial independence,
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a timeless classic
Great little book on thrift and savings...a good gift for children say age 8 and up when they are learning about money... Read more
Published 21 days ago by elipowell
For ages 8 to 80!
This is a great book for anyone! After I initially read some other reveiws, I thought that this was just a beginners book. I couldn't have been more mistaken! Read more
Published 29 days ago by Adam A. Keune
Great book
Simple, short and consisce. This books gives advice on how to never be broke. This book is validfrom the times of Babylon to our present and in any nation or culture.
Published 1 month ago by Rossa
mandatory reading
Everyone should read this book at least once in their life. I purchased myself a copy and my wife. This book will change your concept about saving and taking advantage of... Read more
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The Richest man in Babylon
This should really be a required reading for a book report. I think it would help a lot of students under stand Money and how to control it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Joseph Moreland
Best Financial Book Ever!
This is a very inspiring book about managing your money. This book is truly an inspiring book with very practical ideas. A must read for everyone.
Published 2 months ago by Tom Sheltraw
The Richest Man in Babylon
This book is really great and has very practical, sound principles for getting out of debt and slowly accumulating wealth. Good results like this take time. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Joanne Parker
Ancient Wisdom Holds for Modern Times
Ditto fellow readers: I also first read "Richest Man in Babylon" in 1975 when I started my job at Honeywell, Inc. It changed my life too. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Prosperity Doctor
Timeless Advice for an Unchanging Human Nature
George Clason's the Richest Man in Babylon is a quaint and pleasing parable. Like many parables, the instructive lessons it conveys usually are not unknown to us. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Erotao
Everyone Should Read This Book
"The Richest Man in Babylon" is a book no contributing member of society should go without reading. I read a chapter a night, and finished each one without feeling overwhelmed by... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Riley
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First Sentence:
Bansir, the chariot builder of Babylon, was thoroughly discouraged. Read the first page
Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
gold lender, thy earnings, seven cures, lean purse, camel trader, token box, thy grandfather, thy purse, cloth weaver
Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Sharru Nada, Hadan Gula, The Luckiest Man, The Gold Lender of Babylon, The Clay Tablets, Arad Gula, Meet the Goddess of Good Luck, Temple of Bel, The Camel Trader of Babylon, Temple of Learning
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