| Author |
Marden, Orison Swett, 1848-1924 |
| Author |
Bayley, Abner |
| LoC No. |
01016425
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| Title |
An Iron Will
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Bryan Ness and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"An Iron Will" by Orison Swett Marden and Abner Bayley is a motivational self-help book written in the early 20th century. This work centers around the idea of willpower as an essential component of success and personal achievement. The book encourages readers to cultivate and strengthen their will to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals in life. In "An Iron Will," Marden emphasizes the concept of willpower through various anecdotes and examples from history and everyday life. He discusses the importance of mental discipline, perseverance, and determination—qualities that he believes can lead to success in any endeavor. Throughout the chapters, he illustrates his points with stories of notable figures, such as Napoleon, Grant, and historical champions, demonstrating how their strong wills enabled them to triumph against significant challenges. Marden advocates for a proactive mindset, encouraging individuals to believe in their capabilities and to persist through hardships to achieve their aspirations. Through this inspiring message, the book serves as a guide for anyone looking to harness their inner strength and enhance their willpower. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis
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| Subject |
Success
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| Subject |
Will
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13160 |
| Release Date |
Aug 11, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
309 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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