Self Help; with Illustrations of Conduct and Perseverance (eBook, ePUB) - Smiles, Samuel
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Samuel Smiles' 'Self Help; with Illustrations of Conduct and Perseverance' is a groundbreaking self-improvement book that gained immense popularity upon its publication in 1859. The book discusses the importance of positive thinking, hard work, and perseverance in achieving success, drawing on real-life examples to illustrate its points. Written in a clear and accessible style, 'Self Help' addresses the needs of the common man in the rapidly changing industrial society of the 19th century, making it a timeless classic in the genre of self-help literature. Smiles' emphasis on individual…mehr

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Samuel Smiles' 'Self Help; with Illustrations of Conduct and Perseverance' is a groundbreaking self-improvement book that gained immense popularity upon its publication in 1859. The book discusses the importance of positive thinking, hard work, and perseverance in achieving success, drawing on real-life examples to illustrate its points. Written in a clear and accessible style, 'Self Help' addresses the needs of the common man in the rapidly changing industrial society of the 19th century, making it a timeless classic in the genre of self-help literature. Smiles' emphasis on individual responsibility and self-reliance resonated with readers then and continues to inspire audiences today. Through engaging anecdotes and practical advice, the book encourages readers to take control of their lives and strive for personal growth and achievement. Samuel Smiles, a Scottish author and social reformer, was motivated to write 'Self Help' by his own experiences and observations of the struggles faced by working-class individuals in a rapidly industrializing world. His belief in the power of self-improvement and determination shines through in the pages of this influential work. I highly recommend 'Self Help; with Illustrations of Conduct and Perseverance' to anyone seeking motivation, inspiration, and practical guidance on how to lead a successful and fulfilling life.
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Samuel Smiles (1812-1904), a Scottish author and government reformer, is best known for his seminal work, 'Self Help; with Illustrations of Conduct and Perseverance' (1859), which delineates his firm belief in the importance of individual self-improvement and hard work. Spawned during a period marked by Victorian ideals, Smiles' book was emblematic of the times, encouraging self-reliance and a diligent, ethical approach to life. With the maxim 'Heaven helps those who help themselves,' his writing extolled the virtues of self-control, thrift, and industriousness, presenting biographical sketches of famous individuals who triumphed through personal initiative and perseverance. 'Self Help' became a runaway bestseller, securing Smiles' reputation as an influential thinker in the realms of moral philosophy and sociology. His advocacy for self-improvement without reliance on the state resonated within a society transitioning through the Industrial Revolution; it has been interpreted as a blueprint for the concept of 'the self-made man.' Smiles' literary style was didactic, yet engaging—his narratives illuminated the potential for personal achievement in a rapidly changing world. A prolific writer, Smiles followed 'Self Help' with a series of complementary books, including 'Character' (1871), 'Thrift' (1875), and 'Duty' (1880), further expounding upon the themes of individual responsibility and character development. His work remains a cornerstone of self-improvement literature and continues to inspire those valuing personal industry and integrity.