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The Richest Man in Babylon Paperback – January 1, 2002

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Beloved by millions, George S. Clason’s timeless classic reveals the financial principals that hold the key to personal wealth.

THE SUCCESS SECRETS OF THE ANCIENTS—AN ASSURED ROAD TO HAPPINESS AND PROSPERITY

Countless readers have been helped by the famous “Babylonian parables,” hailed as the greatest of all inspirational works on the subject of thrift, financial planning, and personal wealth. In language as simple as that found in the Bible, these fascinating and informative stories set you on a sure path to prosperity and its accompanying joys. Acclaimed as a modern-day classic, this celebrated bestseller offers an understanding of—and a solution to—your personal financial problems that will guide you through a lifetime.

This is the book that holds the secrets to keeping your money—and making more. May they prove for you, as they have proven for millions of others, a sure key to gratifying financial progress.

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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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Paperback: 144 pages
Publisher: Berkley; Reprint edition (January 1, 2002)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0451205367
ISBN-13: 978-0451205360
Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 0.5 x 7.6 inches
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Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2,531 customer reviews)
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Great book that is easy to read and understand.

ByDan Perezon March 24, 2016

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The Babylonians are the people who invented the concept of
"money" more than 5,000 years ago. The same principles that
applied to earning and accumulating wealth then still work
today. This little book of parables about ancient Babylon
provides a fresh point of view to modern readers that has
worked to inspire probably millions of readers since the
book was first published in the 1930's. Excellent and
practical advice, should be required reading for high school
and college students before they start their first real job.

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Finance concepts in very simple terms!

ByBenjamin Lawsonon April 6, 2015

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I would definitely recommend this to book to anyone desiring wealth. Before I read this book, I'd worked for 15 years and had little or nothing to show for it. Because I had no knowledge of the laws of gold/wealth, everything that came in, went right back out. The concepts this book presents are so simple, but it wasn't until I read this book did I start putting back more than 10% of my income. A part of all I earn is mine to keep. Like the book said, I didn't really notice a difference in my spending habits. That is just one the many financial concepts this book offers.

The next step was finding where to invest the all saved income into something that would allow it to compound over time, which I found in dividend growth stocks.

Followup Book Recommendation: The Single Best Investment by Lowell Miller

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Bucket List Material, A+

ByDoc of All Tradeson August 16, 2016

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George Clarson hits the target in this classic about managing money and your life. If you follow other classics from Napolian Hill to Og Mandino you will find they all hold this book in high esteem. It reads like an alagorical story which captivates the audience desipite the historical setting in ancient Babylon. For the modern reader the prose is very commanding and I am sure the typical Game of Thrones viewer could appreciate the setting and language. I have read this masterpiece multiple time and have given it as a gift to several friends and family. Definite must read bucket list for all.

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This book was recommended by the late Jim Rohn

ByTony Jo Tuazonon January 29, 2017

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This is one of the most inspiring work that I have read on the subject of personal success. It strengthened my faith in hard work, self discipline, and positive attitude. This book was recommended by the late Jim Rohn, one of the greatest business philosophers of our time. I have been re-ordering this book as a gift to my children, friends, and co-workers. The 2015 edition from Magdalene Press has been rated as a better version than the other editions due to its larger print. Although I have to pay more for it, the quality is worth the higher price. I recommend this book to anyone who is looking for inspiration, who is on the path of self development.

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Paramount in changing my life (read on)

ByB. Leeon August 4, 2013

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First off, this was probably the 20th book about (finance, getting rich, making $, etc) I read. For my adult life I struggled with $, debt, bills, etc.
While the info contained within this book certainly is no secret, the story spoke to me in a way that nothing else had. Maybe it was the context, language, or the historical time tested theory, I'm not sure but whatever it was, it resonated.
I started reading this book a few years ago in a hotel room on Christmas eve.
Something about the stories, lessons, and history really spoke to me. I made a commitment and the following year saw me get out of the hamster wheel of debt that I'd been running in since I was 18.... And establish a respectable savings.
Some won't appreciate the stories, some may dismiss the lessons as "common sense" (despite the fact that they aren't applying them and are broke.)
Other stories, lessons, formats, may speak better to you.... That's fine.
But for me,
This book along with the millionaire mind are head and shoulders the two books that have made the biggest impact on me.

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Principles of Finance

ByAmmonalma321on November 11, 2015

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Principles of finance which can liberate the humble seeker of wisdom.

I enjoyed going through this as I considered my current circumstances and reflected on what could be in my life. I love the ideas of yearning for and holding in mind the goal of freedom and then using the grand key of work to obtain it.

The one thing that worried me was the danger of pursuing wealth for the sake of wealth. I believe that if someone spends their life pursuing wealth, they will find themselves an unhappy and discontented person. Freedom, creation, and happiness are pursuits much more worthy of the abilities inside of us human beings.

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Practical. Changed my way of thinking to a more positive vibe.

ByAmazon Customeron April 9, 2013

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My favorite phrase from this book - I say it to myself every day:

"A part of all I earn is mine to keep."

I also (now) habitually test my wants against my needs. My list of wants is never-ending, just like YOU, and it grows every day. But those things we need! - Aye, a very short list indeed. Small things have not increased my life's enjoyment and are quickly forgotten. Video here, $5 coffee there, blue shoes, toy for my boy once a paycheck just because... Small things have been my bane. No more.

I am a single mother. A one-income household and I rent. But, my life has already changed because of this book - and I continue to seek more positive inspiration toward my long term goals, especially for the sake of my one and only son. Not only to provide for him, but to teach him how to think and manage money.

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Good lessons that have stood the test of time

ByAmazon Customeron January 3, 2017

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In a "story type" format, the author uses 3rd party stories and examples to educate the importance of work, honesty, and self-reliance.

Although this content should prove valuable to all, it's lessons are tailored for the youth or unaware/unsure.

I did not give this book 5 stars despite enjoying the content because it is written using grammatical narration similar to the King James version of the Bible. For many readers this "biblical speak" can be a bit hard to follow. A translated version into modern vernacular would be ideal IMO.

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