Acres of Diamonds (Paperback)

by R. H. Conwell (Author) "WHEN GOING DOWN the Tigris and Euphrates rivers many years ago with a party of English travelers I found myself under the direction of an..." (more)
Key Phrases: New York, Ali Hafed, John Jacob Astor (more...)

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Profound, yet easy to read, this self-help classic addresses the relationship between spiritual and material desires. Delivered as a lecture thousands of times by the founder of Temple University, it provides practical advice on opening your mind and making the most of your circumstances to find riches in your own backyard.

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A new edition of the classic inspirational speech --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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Product Details Paperback: 64 pages Publisher: Jove (October 15, 1986) Language: English ISBN-10: 051509028X ISBN-13: 978-0515090284 Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4 x 0.2 inches Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (34 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #547,137 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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WHEN GOING DOWN the Tigris and Euphrates rivers many years ago with a party of English travelers I found myself under the direction of an old Arab guide whom we hired up at Bagdad, and I have often thought how that guide resembled our barbers in certain mental characteristics. Read the first page

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 37 of 39 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars The Invisibility of the Obvious, January 6, 2003 By  Robert Morris (Dallas, Texas) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)       Toward the end of his life, Russell H. Conwell (1843-1925) observed, "I am astonished that so many people should care to hear this story over again. Indeed, this lecture has become a study in psychology; it often breaks all rules of oratory, departs from the precepts of rhetoric, and yet remains the most popular of any lecture I have delivered in the fifty-seven years of my public life. I have sometimes studied for a year upon a lecture and made careful research, and then presented the lecture just once -- never delivered it again. I put too much work on it. But this had no work on it -- thrown together perfectly at random, spoken offhand without any special preparation, and it succeeds when the thing we study, work over, adjust to a plan, is an entire failure." He then went on to explain to each audience that "acres of diamonds are to be found in this city, and you are to find them. Many have found them. And what man has done, man can do. [They are] are not in far-away mountains or in distant seas; they are in your own back yard if you will but dig for them." These comments provide an excellent introduction to Conwell's book. As I read it, I thought about Dorothy in L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz. Only after a series of adventures far from Kansas did she realize that "there's no place like home." What Conwell has in mind involves far more than such appreciation, however. The tale he shares in this book, concerning a wealthy Persian named Ali Hafed, demonstrates that almost everything we may seek elsewhere is already in our lives and available to us. 24 of 26 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A Small Gem Everyone Should Read, May 19, 2002 By  Frederick M. Segrest (Huntsville, AL United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This book is small, eloquent, and easy to understand. It is about life, success, money, and priorities, what these things are and aren't, and will continue to challenge the way most of us choose to live our lives for years. Read this one instead of "Who Moved My Cheese." 15 of 15 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Highly, highly recommended, February 1, 2001 By A Customer As a child my father gave me this book to read and I didn't quite understand it all. 15 years later I pulled it out and decided to read it again. I'm so glad I did. My copy is battered, so I'm buying a new one to have to give to my children in the future. This book is incredibly inspirational while remaining logical and lighthearted. An excellent book for a young adult who is on the verge of having to make lifelong decisions. Short and simple to read.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 4.0 out of 5 stars an inspiring message! I was introduced to this book by a friend and was so inspired I have since purchased several copies to give to people who are important to me. Read more Published 3 months ago by Lynne Reynolds 4.0 out of 5 stars Acres of Intellectual Riches The speech is inspiring and motivational. It would be rousing to hear. As a book, be prepared to know that it's slight. Read more Published 3 months ago by Benjamin Devey 1.0 out of 5 stars Dull and flawed The message of this book, akin to Dorothy's final words in Oz to Glinda the good witch, is that the wealth you seek is right in your own backyard. Read more Published 5 months ago by Jeremy Richman 5.0 out of 5 stars Acres if Diamonds, All I can say is Awesom!!! This book is highly Recommended! Very Inspiring! It reveals to the reader the treasure that is within, if you would but search a little deeper instead of looking else... Read more Published 17 months ago by Lanesa Stubbs 5.0 out of 5 stars Regular People Can Accomplish Great Things At 64 pages from cover-to-cover, "Acres of Diamonds" is probably the shortest book I've read in a long time. Read more Published 18 months ago by Michael Mihalik 5.0 out of 5 stars Acres of Diamonds Timeless wisdom. Proves once again the principles of success do not need to be re-invented. Everything needed to be successful in life has already been written, and is available... Read more Published 20 months ago by Jeff Harrison 2.0 out of 5 stars Acres of Diamonds Poor copy of a great text. Author's name is misspelled on the cover. How could that happen? Text looks like a computer copy with spacing problems. Read more Published 21 months ago by M. Uffner 1.0 out of 5 stars Acres of Diamonds Acres of Diamonds is a very inspiring story, but this edition was unacceptable. The author's name was mispelled on the cover and the title was wrong on every inside page. Read more Published 22 months ago by Mary McElroy 5.0 out of 5 stars Really good I would highly recomend this book. The author did a real nice job and I am a big fan of his work. Published on June 9, 2007 by Alan Haft 5.0 out of 5 stars READ IT!!! This book is excellent! I think every person in America should read this book. Published on March 18, 2007 by artguess Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: Jove (October 15, 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 051509028X
• ISBN-13: 978-0515090284
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #547,137 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

37 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Invisibility of the Obvious, January 6, 2003

By	Robert Morris (Dallas, Texas) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

Toward the end of his life, Russell H. Conwell (1843-1925) observed, "I am astonished that so many people should care to hear this story over again. Indeed, this lecture has become a study in psychology; it often breaks all rules of oratory, departs from the precepts of rhetoric, and yet remains the most popular of any lecture I have delivered in the fifty-seven years of my public life. I have sometimes studied for a year upon a lecture and made careful research, and then presented the lecture just once -- never delivered it again. I put too much work on it. But this had no work on it -- thrown together perfectly at random, spoken offhand without any special preparation, and it succeeds when the thing we study, work over, adjust to a plan, is an entire failure." He then went on to explain to each audience that "acres of diamonds are to be found in this city, and you are to find them. Many have found them. And what man has done, man can do. [They are] are not in far-away mountains or in distant seas; they are in your own back yard if you will but dig for them." These comments provide an excellent introduction to Conwell's book. As I read it, I thought about Dorothy in L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz. Only after a series of adventures far from Kansas did she realize that "there's no place like home." What Conwell has in mind involves far more than such appreciation, however. The tale he shares in this book, concerning a wealthy Persian named Ali Hafed, demonstrates that almost everything we may seek elsewhere is already in our lives and available to us.

24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Small Gem Everyone Should Read, May 19, 2002

By	Frederick M. Segrest (Huntsville, AL United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is small, eloquent, and easy to understand. It is about life, success, money, and priorities, what these things are and aren't, and will continue to challenge the way most of us choose to live our lives for years. Read this one instead of "Who Moved My Cheese."

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly, highly recommended, February 1, 2001

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As a child my father gave me this book to read and I didn't quite understand it all. 15 years later I pulled it out and decided to read it again. I'm so glad I did. My copy is battered, so I'm buying a new one to have to give to my children in the future. This book is incredibly inspirational while remaining logical and lighthearted. An excellent book for a young adult who is on the verge of having to make lifelong decisions. Short and simple to read.