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(Compact Disc - Unabridged, 1 CD, 1 hr.)
Two classic allegorical dramatizations about building wealth and achieving personal successThe Richest Man in BabylonGeorge Clason's all-time motivational classic comes to life in this audio dramatization adapted by the Napoleon Hill Foundation. It is the story of Akrad, a man of humble of origins; a simple tradesman who was widely known to be the richest man in Babylon.Regardless of who you are or what work you do, security, riches, and all that comes with them can be yours by combining discipline and imagination with these deceptively simple yet universally profound principles of saving and investing. You too can become the richest man in Babylon.The Magic StorySomething was happening to all of Jay's friends-they were becoming self-confident, setting goals, and achieving success, and it was all because of a story that was being told to them by a mutual friend, Sturtevant.
Napoleon Hill, born in poverty, became one of the world's most distinguished authors and speakers. Inspired by Andrew Carnegie, Hill was a confidant and advisor to businessmen and presidents. Among his associates were Franklin D. Roosevelt, Mahatma Gandhi, Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, and hundreds of other world leaders.
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March 27, 2005: I have often enjoyed stories about the creation of wealth, fiction or otherwise. `The Richest Man in Babylon? is no exception. It is a book I first found many years ago, and have referred to time and again to remind myself of certain fundamental financial principles. The book is comprised of informative stories designed to give you new mindset for the proper handling of money. Some of the teachings include guidelines for budgeting, saving, investing and lending money. While for some, the book?s wisdom may seem to be common sense, many will find they have neglected to act on its valuable insights. This is one of those few books like `Think and Grow Rich,? `The Baron Son,? or `Rich Dad, Poor Dad? that seems to have the power to transform lives. Share it with your family, friends, and colleagues.
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March 20, 2005: History has described Babylon as the greatest example of man?s ability to achieve noble feats by using every possible resource available to him. All of the resources supporting this large city were created by man. This is precisely why George S. Clason decided to spin his tale of financial understanding in this ancient land; the very mention of this legendary city evokes visions of wealth and splendor. `The Richest Man in Babylon? offers insights that aid its reader in wealth acquisition, how to maintain that wealth, and make one?s reserves earn more money. In order to properly portray such an endeavor, Clason takes us to Babylon where the basic principles of finance are still in use today. Each chapter details, through the use of fictional characters, how to achieve and maintain wealth in seven steps. After having finished this easy to follow financial guide, the reader is more prepared to make the life changes necessary to acquire wealth and make one?s money earn even more.