Greatest Mystery in the World (Mass Market Paperback)

by Og Mandino (Author) "Memories. I can still hear his gentle but deep voice saying the words as if they had been spoken just this morning instead of so..." (more)
Key Phrases: conquering chief, little swallow, second rung, Old Pound, Happy Prince, Simon Potter (more...)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly
For his final fable, Mandino (who died in September 1996 at the age of 72) brings back as his fount of inspirational wisdom the mysterious "rag picker" Simon Potter (The Greatest Miracle in the World, etc.). Mandino also brings back himself as the rag picker's eager audience of one. Simon, aware of his own approaching death, leaves a tattered notebook for Mandino to find. From the notebook, Mandino learns of "The Seven Rungs of Life's Ladder." These consist of condensed, paraphrased and directly quoted passages from hundred-year-old (and thus public domain) motivational writings. From James Allen to Oscar Wilde, Mandino uses the words and ideas of others to relate some universal and timeless wisdom: take advantage of opportunities, understand cause and effect, be focused, think positively, work hard, persevere, serve others. Too often, Mandino writes as if with a quill pen, in circuitous, stuffy prose that does nothing to sharpen the platitudes he proffers as wisdom. Most problematic, though, is Mandino's claim that simply "reading" and "rereading" Simon's words have changed him, and the corollary implication, that reading them will change the reader. The former is barely credible, the latter less than likely.
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description
Start today to transform your dreams into wonderful reality. . . .

Simon Potter was a "ragpicker" and salvager of human lives. When this wise and humble man departed from life, he left author Og Mandino a precious legacy: the distilled wisdom of his unique collection of the greatest books about self-motivation and success--books he called "hand of God" books because they seemed to have been written with God's hand guiding the author's own.

In this tender and inspiring book, Og shares with his millions of readers his old friend's bequest. It is nothing less than a blueprint for success, telling us in plain language exactly what we must do to mount the seven rungs of life's ladder--from material achievement and worldly success to the highest spiritual development. Whatever your most cherished dream may be, Og and his good angel Simon will show you the way to bring it within reach.

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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Fawcett (February 28, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0449225038
• ISBN-13: 978-0449225035
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 3.7 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #148,320 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good 4 the body, mind & soul. Inspiring!, October 3, 1999

By A Customer

This book, along with many of Mandino's books, will help anyone with low self-esteem, high dreams and expectations, or simple questions about the things that are going on in your life. My grandmother introduced me to Og Mandino with the book "Greatest Salesman in the World" and I read and reread that book. If you are looking for motivation, his books have lots of "advice" that could put you into gear, and go for the goal. Mr. Mandino is a genius. I would love to meet him one day. "The Choice" helped my brother to come to terms with lots of complications in his life. You come to realize that life is how you choose to make it. Other people cannot bring you happiness, you must choose to live a happy life, by your own means.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Yes!!!!!, April 19, 1999

By A Customer

This powerful little book is chock-full of great concepts and teachings that really have the ability to change your life for the better. Really one of the best inspirational books around!!!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What more could you expect from "Mr. Og" but GREAT!!!, April 28, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Greatest Mystery in the World (Hardcover)

The last book before Mr. Og's passing treats us to new wisdom of his long-time friend Simon Potter. I looked forward to each new book by Mandino and will greatly miss him. I will cherish his wisdom that he shared with us and the great stories