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Pushing to the Front or Success Under Difficulties
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1896 edition. ... in others is often but a strong expression of confidence in their ability to attain. Great men have usually had great confidence in themselves. Wordsworth felt sure of his place in history, and never hesitated to say so. Dante predicted his own fame. Kepler said it did not matter whether his contemporaries read his books or not. "I may well wait a century for a reader since God has waited 6000 years for an observer like myself." "Fear not," said Julius Caesar to his pilot frightened in a storm; "thou bearest Caesar and his good fortunes." Egotism, so common in men of rank, may be a necessity. Nature gives man large hope lest he falter before reaching the high mark she sets for him. So she has overloaded his egotism, often beyond the pleasing point, to make sure that he will persist in pushing his way upward. Self-confidence indicates reserve power. It may show that one feels equal to the occasion. Morally considered, it is usually safe to trust those who can trust themselves, but when a man suspects his own integrity, it is time he was suspected by others. Moral degradation always begins at home. Did not Napoleon I., when he was a poor sub-lieutenant, believe that within him lay capacities enough to shake a world? In this busy world, men have no time to hunt about in obscure corners for retiring merit. They prefer to take a man at his own estimate until he proves himself unworthy. The world admires courage and manliness, and despises a young man who goes about "with an air of perpetual apology for the unpardonable sin of being in the world." "If a man possesses the consciousness of what he is," said Schelling, "he will soon also learn what he ought to be; let him have a theoretical respect for himself, and a practical will soon follow." A person...
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First published January 1, 1894
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Orison Swett Marden
1,649 books174 followersOrison Swett Marden (1850-1924) was an American writer associated with the New Thought Movement. He also held a degree in medicine, and was a successful hotel owner.
Marden was born in Thornton Gore, New Hampshire to Lewis and Martha Marden. When he was three years old, his mother died at the age of 22, leaving Orison and his two sisters in the care of their father, a farmer, hunter, and trapper. When Orison was seven years old, his father died from injuries incurred while in the woods, and the children were shuttled from one guardian to another, with Orison working as a "hired boy" to earn his keep. Inspired by an early self-help book by the Scottish author Samuel Smiles, which he found in an attic, Marden set out to improve himself and his life circumstances. He persevered in advancing himself and graduated from Boston University in 1871. He later graduated from Harvard with an M.D. in 1881 and an LL.B. degree in 1882. He also studied at the Boston School of Oratory and Andover Theological Seminary.
Marden was born in Thornton Gore, New Hampshire to Lewis and Martha Marden. When he was three years old, his mother died at the age of 22, leaving Orison and his two sisters in the care of their father, a farmer, hunter, and trapper. When Orison was seven years old, his father died from injuries incurred while in the woods, and the children were shuttled from one guardian to another, with Orison working as a "hired boy" to earn his keep. Inspired by an early self-help book by the Scottish author Samuel Smiles, which he found in an attic, Marden set out to improve himself and his life circumstances. He persevered in advancing himself and graduated from Boston University in 1871. He later graduated from Harvard with an M.D. in 1881 and an LL.B. degree in 1882. He also studied at the Boston School of Oratory and Andover Theological Seminary.
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January 2, 2014
Pushing to the Front is a really old book published by the man who would eventually go on to found Success Magazine. I was amazed at how a book that's almost 120 years old was still so relevant. It was written during the 1890's depression as a guide to help people become more successful (maybe it's so relevant because similar issues existed during the recent recession). Marden makes the case that there are no excuses for not succeeding. He fills the book with stories about people that succeeded despite their circumstances. Marden also gives tips on how to succeed through taking small steps each day. My recommendation for reading this book is to turn it into a daily devotional. Most of the chapters don't relate directly to each other and you will want the time to think about what you have read. So, I'd say read a chapter everyday until you have finished it and think about each chapter for a few minutes after you have completed it. A seriously old book with seriously timeless knowledge.
October 29, 2023
2023-10-29:
“if you want knowledge you must toil for it.” Ruskin
“Nothing can keep from success the man who has iron in his blood and is determined that he will succeed. When he is confronted by barriers, he leaps over them, tunnels through them, or makes a way around them. Obstacles only serve to stiffen his backbone, increase his determination, sharpen his wits and develop his innate resources. The record of human achievement is full of the truth; There is no difficulty to him who wills.” 241
“The most encouraging truth that can be impressed upon the mind of youth is this: ‘what man has done man may do.’ Men of great achievements are not to be set on pedestals, and reverenced as exceptions to the average of humanity. Instead, these great men are to be considered as setting a standard of success for the emulation of every aspiring youth. Their example shows what can be accomplished by the practice of the common virtues; diligence, patience, thrift, self denial, determination, industry, and persistence.”
239
“Education as commonly understood is the process of developing the mind by means of books and teachers. When education has been neglected, either by reason of lack of opportunity, or because advantage was not taken of the opportunities afforded, the one remaining hope is self improvement opportunities for self improvement, surround us that helps with self improvement are abundant, and in this day of cheap books and free libraries, there can be no good excuse for neglecting to use the faculties for mental growth and development, which are so abundantly supplied.”
“Show me how a youth spends his evenings, his odd bits of time, and I will forecast his future. Does he look upon this leisure as precious, rich in possibilities as containing golden material for his future life structure? Or does he look upon it as an opportunity for self indulgence for a light flippant good time?
It is the right use of spare moments in reading and study which qualify men for leadership. And in many historic cases the ‘spare’ moments utilized for study we’re not spare in the sense of being the spare time of leisure. They were rather spared moments; moments spared from sleep, from meal times, from recreation.” 222-223
As legend has it (no proven record according to some sources) ORISON used his principles when his hotel and manuscripts burned to the ground:
“Over five thousand pages of manuscripts — the fruit of all the spare time he had been able to snatch from nearly fifteen crowded years of business life — had gone up in smoke. Having nothing but his nightshirt on when he escaped from the fire, he went down the street to provide himself with necessary clothing. As soon as this had been attended to he bought a twenty-five cent notebook, and, while the ruins of the hotel were still smoking, began to rewrite from memory the manuscript of his book.” Quotes in
https://paul-gwamanda.medium.com/the-...
Update 2021-07-28: this came very highly recommended and one of the best value for money. A book to reread every year.
“Seest thou a man diligent in his business? He shall stand before kings.” 7
I read that the author had to rewrite the whole book after a fire had consumed it; mind blown. (Brian Tracy “Goals” pages 276-277)
Written in 1895 during a depression with the purpose to motivate and inspire others to persist, in spite of difficulty.
“People like Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, Harvey Firestone, and J. P. Morgan all read this book and were inspired by it.” (p. 277, Brian Tracy “Goals”)
Evolutionary mismatches:
“In other words, virility, forcefulness, physical and mental stamina reach their maximum in those who live close to the soil. The moment a man becomes artificial in his living, takes on artificial conditions, he begins to deteriorate, to soften.” 31
“The secret of success in life is for a man to be ready for his opportunity when it comes.” /Disraeli, 36
Discrimination in reading:
“Read, read, read all you can. But never read a bad book or a poor book. Life is too short, time is too precious, to spend it in reading anything but the best.” p.441
“A few books well read, and an intelligent choice of those few, - these are the fundamentals for self-education by reading. If only a few well chosen, it is better to avail yourself of choices others have already made – old books, the standard works tested by many generations of readers. If only a few, let them be books of highest character and established fame. Such books are easily found even in small public libraries.” p. 439
A college education at home:
“Libraries are no longer a luxury, but a necessity. A home without books and periodicals and newspapers is like a house without windows. Children learn to read by being in the midst of books; they unconsciously absorb knowledge by handling them. No family can now afford to be without good reading.” p. 431
“if you want knowledge you must toil for it.” Ruskin
“Nothing can keep from success the man who has iron in his blood and is determined that he will succeed. When he is confronted by barriers, he leaps over them, tunnels through them, or makes a way around them. Obstacles only serve to stiffen his backbone, increase his determination, sharpen his wits and develop his innate resources. The record of human achievement is full of the truth; There is no difficulty to him who wills.” 241
“The most encouraging truth that can be impressed upon the mind of youth is this: ‘what man has done man may do.’ Men of great achievements are not to be set on pedestals, and reverenced as exceptions to the average of humanity. Instead, these great men are to be considered as setting a standard of success for the emulation of every aspiring youth. Their example shows what can be accomplished by the practice of the common virtues; diligence, patience, thrift, self denial, determination, industry, and persistence.”
239
“Education as commonly understood is the process of developing the mind by means of books and teachers. When education has been neglected, either by reason of lack of opportunity, or because advantage was not taken of the opportunities afforded, the one remaining hope is self improvement opportunities for self improvement, surround us that helps with self improvement are abundant, and in this day of cheap books and free libraries, there can be no good excuse for neglecting to use the faculties for mental growth and development, which are so abundantly supplied.”
“Show me how a youth spends his evenings, his odd bits of time, and I will forecast his future. Does he look upon this leisure as precious, rich in possibilities as containing golden material for his future life structure? Or does he look upon it as an opportunity for self indulgence for a light flippant good time?
It is the right use of spare moments in reading and study which qualify men for leadership. And in many historic cases the ‘spare’ moments utilized for study we’re not spare in the sense of being the spare time of leisure. They were rather spared moments; moments spared from sleep, from meal times, from recreation.” 222-223
As legend has it (no proven record according to some sources) ORISON used his principles when his hotel and manuscripts burned to the ground:
“Over five thousand pages of manuscripts — the fruit of all the spare time he had been able to snatch from nearly fifteen crowded years of business life — had gone up in smoke. Having nothing but his nightshirt on when he escaped from the fire, he went down the street to provide himself with necessary clothing. As soon as this had been attended to he bought a twenty-five cent notebook, and, while the ruins of the hotel were still smoking, began to rewrite from memory the manuscript of his book.” Quotes in
https://paul-gwamanda.medium.com/the-...
Update 2021-07-28: this came very highly recommended and one of the best value for money. A book to reread every year.
“Seest thou a man diligent in his business? He shall stand before kings.” 7
I read that the author had to rewrite the whole book after a fire had consumed it; mind blown. (Brian Tracy “Goals” pages 276-277)
Written in 1895 during a depression with the purpose to motivate and inspire others to persist, in spite of difficulty.
“People like Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, Harvey Firestone, and J. P. Morgan all read this book and were inspired by it.” (p. 277, Brian Tracy “Goals”)
Evolutionary mismatches:
“In other words, virility, forcefulness, physical and mental stamina reach their maximum in those who live close to the soil. The moment a man becomes artificial in his living, takes on artificial conditions, he begins to deteriorate, to soften.” 31
“The secret of success in life is for a man to be ready for his opportunity when it comes.” /Disraeli, 36
Discrimination in reading:
“Read, read, read all you can. But never read a bad book or a poor book. Life is too short, time is too precious, to spend it in reading anything but the best.” p.441
“A few books well read, and an intelligent choice of those few, - these are the fundamentals for self-education by reading. If only a few well chosen, it is better to avail yourself of choices others have already made – old books, the standard works tested by many generations of readers. If only a few, let them be books of highest character and established fame. Such books are easily found even in small public libraries.” p. 439
A college education at home:
“Libraries are no longer a luxury, but a necessity. A home without books and periodicals and newspapers is like a house without windows. Children learn to read by being in the midst of books; they unconsciously absorb knowledge by handling them. No family can now afford to be without good reading.” p. 431
July 23, 2012
THIS IS AMAZING. UNDOUBTEDLY ONE OF THE GREATEST BOOKS EVER WRITTEN. THE BEST BOOK I EVER READ
October 27, 2016
UPDATE 10/27/2016; finished the book today. Long read but extremely well worth it. Every chapter seemed better than the previous chapter. Two great questions to ask regarding any book. 1. Would I read it again? YES 2. Would I encourage my children to read it and their children? ABSOLUTE YES AND ALREADY HAVE! This book is like an operational manual for a piece of machinery or in this case the human body if that body wants to become successful. It is a road map to developing you as a person to successfully perform as a member of society at your highest level. REALLY GOOD STUFF!
UPDATE: I still have not finished reading this book, it is truly massive. But as I finished the chapter on bringing up children I could not help but think of something that I believe I have missed my entire life. Whenever you buy a car, toaster, computer or almost any device you receive with it an owners guide or maintenance manual. But when we get married and/or have children, there is no owners or maintenance manual to show you the best way to go through life and achieve success. This book, Pushing to the Front is exactly what this book is - an owners manual for our mind and body and not only how we achieve success but more importantly how we develop relationships with other people and especially those we love like our spouse, children and parents. I could only wish that everyone would take the time to read and study this book; the world would be so much better if they did.
Just started reading this book written in 1911 and even from the very beginning I know it is going to be a 5 Star Read based upon what I have already read. Marden must have been a most amazing man to write such outstanding comments regarding the development or lack of development of man. He uses the term "man" which back in 1911 meant both men and women but when read in 2016 I can see where women would take exception to the use of the term but certainly not what was meant behind the term. This is another book by Marden (the other Man Can Who Thinks He Can) that every youth of today (and adult) should read. It is obvious at least to this reader that we as a country may have advanced more than anyone could have ever thought possible but as for the development of strong beliefs and principles, we have only regressed. We have learned nothing over the last 100 years - how depressing is that thought?
Marden dedicates one chapter after another to a particular characteristic that a man or a women should work on and if done would help that person to success beyond imagination. As I read this massive book, and it is massive, time after time I applied what he wrote in 1911 to 2016 and it is truly sad when you recognize what he thought were problems in 1911 and you realize they are still problems in 2016. When people see the size of this book they will probably never read it. I only wish someone would have REQUIRED me to not only read it when I was 13 years old but to also report on what I have read, one chapter-at-time. After a while you get tired of bookmarking pages to return to valuable information and/or quotes that you do not want to forget or use later. It would be easier to bookmark pages that do not contain such valuable information. If you are in Education or do Seminars, the stories Marden describes will certainly help you to make a point in your presentations.
UPDATE: I still have not finished reading this book, it is truly massive. But as I finished the chapter on bringing up children I could not help but think of something that I believe I have missed my entire life. Whenever you buy a car, toaster, computer or almost any device you receive with it an owners guide or maintenance manual. But when we get married and/or have children, there is no owners or maintenance manual to show you the best way to go through life and achieve success. This book, Pushing to the Front is exactly what this book is - an owners manual for our mind and body and not only how we achieve success but more importantly how we develop relationships with other people and especially those we love like our spouse, children and parents. I could only wish that everyone would take the time to read and study this book; the world would be so much better if they did.
Just started reading this book written in 1911 and even from the very beginning I know it is going to be a 5 Star Read based upon what I have already read. Marden must have been a most amazing man to write such outstanding comments regarding the development or lack of development of man. He uses the term "man" which back in 1911 meant both men and women but when read in 2016 I can see where women would take exception to the use of the term but certainly not what was meant behind the term. This is another book by Marden (the other Man Can Who Thinks He Can) that every youth of today (and adult) should read. It is obvious at least to this reader that we as a country may have advanced more than anyone could have ever thought possible but as for the development of strong beliefs and principles, we have only regressed. We have learned nothing over the last 100 years - how depressing is that thought?
Marden dedicates one chapter after another to a particular characteristic that a man or a women should work on and if done would help that person to success beyond imagination. As I read this massive book, and it is massive, time after time I applied what he wrote in 1911 to 2016 and it is truly sad when you recognize what he thought were problems in 1911 and you realize they are still problems in 2016. When people see the size of this book they will probably never read it. I only wish someone would have REQUIRED me to not only read it when I was 13 years old but to also report on what I have read, one chapter-at-time. After a while you get tired of bookmarking pages to return to valuable information and/or quotes that you do not want to forget or use later. It would be easier to bookmark pages that do not contain such valuable information. If you are in Education or do Seminars, the stories Marden describes will certainly help you to make a point in your presentations.
July 17, 2013
A good book full of advice to young people about how to get on in life, but suitable for people at any stage in life. It contains numerous examples of people who fought through difficulties to achieve success.
Mr Marden was an advocate of the Higher Thought/Positive Thinking quasi-religion of the nineteenth century and some readers from secular backgrounds may dislike some of the religious language, but his version of the Almighty is very much in the philosophical 'higher power' sense so readers who are philosopically broad-minded will have no problem with it.
My only criticisms are that the book is over-long and several of the anecdotes/examples get repeated. There are quite a few semi-sermon passages which would appeal to Victorian sensibilities but sound a little overdone to modern ears. Mr Marden also seems to have a slightly unhealthy fixation with Napoleon, and look what happened to him - success, but at what cost?
Mr Marden was an advocate of the Higher Thought/Positive Thinking quasi-religion of the nineteenth century and some readers from secular backgrounds may dislike some of the religious language, but his version of the Almighty is very much in the philosophical 'higher power' sense so readers who are philosopically broad-minded will have no problem with it.
My only criticisms are that the book is over-long and several of the anecdotes/examples get repeated. There are quite a few semi-sermon passages which would appeal to Victorian sensibilities but sound a little overdone to modern ears. Mr Marden also seems to have a slightly unhealthy fixation with Napoleon, and look what happened to him - success, but at what cost?
October 27, 2016
Magnificent read
Every 14 year old and older should not only read this book they should make a study of it. It is like an operational manual for the human spirit that lays out a very clear path to success in life. A truly great book!
Every 14 year old and older should not only read this book they should make a study of it. It is like an operational manual for the human spirit that lays out a very clear path to success in life. A truly great book!
September 3, 2015
copyright date: 1911
chapters: 66
pages: 824
content: a crash course in living abundantly.
I made so many notes that I would have to photocopy half the book. I obtained a copy through inter-library loan but fear the volume would not survive the handling that such a feat would require.
Happily it is available to purchase in a freshly minted paperback edition or to download -- which I intend to do in very short order.
Now I'm wondering how on earth this crossed my radar in the first place!
chapters: 66
pages: 824
content: a crash course in living abundantly.
I made so many notes that I would have to photocopy half the book. I obtained a copy through inter-library loan but fear the volume would not survive the handling that such a feat would require.
Happily it is available to purchase in a freshly minted paperback edition or to download -- which I intend to do in very short order.
Now I'm wondering how on earth this crossed my radar in the first place!
May 5, 2018
Some books are meant to be read and kept by your side - for life! This is one such book. Very powerfully written. Fills you with enthusiasm when you read. Gives you advice when you are down.
The best thing is its written as small chapters. Each independent and yet equally powerfully. Even if you randomly pick any chapter and start reading - I guarantee, you will end up wiser after reading. Some books make more sense after you read and re-read them. This is one such book. In every read, strangely enough, you will find something new.
The best thing is its written as small chapters. Each independent and yet equally powerfully. Even if you randomly pick any chapter and start reading - I guarantee, you will end up wiser after reading. Some books make more sense after you read and re-read them. This is one such book. In every read, strangely enough, you will find something new.
October 3, 2019
Good Book
Very practical book about succeeding at life. It is a little longer than I like but I would highly recommend this book to anyone.
Very practical book about succeeding at life. It is a little longer than I like but I would highly recommend this book to anyone.
June 14, 2024
Incredible book. A tutorial on how to live a proper life, filled with timeless wisdom and lessons. Easily one of the most influential books I have read so far.
February 24, 2021
Lots of good in this book. As it's over a Century old but whilst you think some of it is outdated much still resonates today. A great guide to helping people succeed.
July 3, 2021
Great book I just want to warn people about a specific edition
It's printed on regular 8 1/2 x 11 printer paper and the print is extremely small.
it's from Jefferson Publication and a design with white birds on a brown background with white tree branches. I ordered it from better world books and kind of feel ripped off.
Even with my reading glasses, it's difficult to read. It's obvious they tried to save money by making it tiny print so it would fit on few pages. Really it's just a scam. so sad.
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Now about the book I've read it many times previously and it really helped to motivate years ago in my career and highly recommend it. Also, know that it is in the public domain and can be read for free at archive.org
It's printed on regular 8 1/2 x 11 printer paper and the print is extremely small.
it's from Jefferson Publication and a design with white birds on a brown background with white tree branches. I ordered it from better world books and kind of feel ripped off.
Even with my reading glasses, it's difficult to read. It's obvious they tried to save money by making it tiny print so it would fit on few pages. Really it's just a scam. so sad.
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Now about the book I've read it many times previously and it really helped to motivate years ago in my career and highly recommend it. Also, know that it is in the public domain and can be read for free at archive.org
March 3, 2015
Everyone should read.
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August 30, 2019Fascinating
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December 29, 2019Excellent book!
August 22, 2021
This book is really old but still very relevant to today's society and I learned alot from this book I will give a very detailed review because I have to read this again and again and again
October 23, 2022
A collection of inspiring thoughts from an inspiring person.
Ch1:
-Determine never to lose an opportuniy for self-culture or self-advancement.
-"No man is born into this world whose work is not born with him."--Lowell
-Weak men wait for opportunities, strong men make them.
-Are you prepared for a great opportunity?
-"What is its name?" asked a visitor in a studio, when shown, among many gods, one whose face was concealed by hair, and which had wings on its feet. "Opportunity," replied the sculptor. "Why is its face hidden?" "Because men seldom know him when he comes to them." "Why has he wings on his feet?" "Because he is soon gone, and once gone, cannot be over taken."
-ch 2:
wanted: a MAN (If--by Rudyard Kipling)
-ch 3:
-It is the North Wind that lashes men into Vikings.
-"Lowliness is young ambition's ladder."--Shakespeare
-Never again commit the blasphemy of saying you have no capital to start with. Equipped? Why, the poorest young man is equipped as only the God of the whole universe could afford to equip him.
-"I have learned to live with my struggles."--Charlotte Cushman
-There is bread and success for every youth under the American flag who has energy and ability to seize his opportunity. If he is dominated by a resolute purpose and upholds himself, neither man nor demons can keep him down.
Ch 4:
-Our city civilaztion is always in a process of decay, and would, in a few generations, become emasculated and effeminate.
-The exciting, diverting, tempting conditions of city life are not conducive to generating the great master of purpose and unwavering life aim.
-The great farm kindergarten teaches sincerity, simplicity, and honesty.
Ch 5:
-opportunities where you are
Ch 6:
-"Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time."-Franklin
-Great advantages bring great responsibilities. You cannot divorce them.
Ch1:
-Determine never to lose an opportuniy for self-culture or self-advancement.
-"No man is born into this world whose work is not born with him."--Lowell
-Weak men wait for opportunities, strong men make them.
-Are you prepared for a great opportunity?
-"What is its name?" asked a visitor in a studio, when shown, among many gods, one whose face was concealed by hair, and which had wings on its feet. "Opportunity," replied the sculptor. "Why is its face hidden?" "Because men seldom know him when he comes to them." "Why has he wings on his feet?" "Because he is soon gone, and once gone, cannot be over taken."
-ch 2:
wanted: a MAN (If--by Rudyard Kipling)
-ch 3:
-It is the North Wind that lashes men into Vikings.
-"Lowliness is young ambition's ladder."--Shakespeare
-Never again commit the blasphemy of saying you have no capital to start with. Equipped? Why, the poorest young man is equipped as only the God of the whole universe could afford to equip him.
-"I have learned to live with my struggles."--Charlotte Cushman
-There is bread and success for every youth under the American flag who has energy and ability to seize his opportunity. If he is dominated by a resolute purpose and upholds himself, neither man nor demons can keep him down.
Ch 4:
-Our city civilaztion is always in a process of decay, and would, in a few generations, become emasculated and effeminate.
-The exciting, diverting, tempting conditions of city life are not conducive to generating the great master of purpose and unwavering life aim.
-The great farm kindergarten teaches sincerity, simplicity, and honesty.
Ch 5:
-opportunities where you are
Ch 6:
-"Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time."-Franklin
-Great advantages bring great responsibilities. You cannot divorce them.
April 5, 2025
The summit of “New Thought” ideals compiled in this immense anthology, Pushing to the Front prompts the reader to make the most out of his day so as to achieve whatever he may desire to. Actionable, motivational and densely insightful, 19th century’s ideal were never so needed as today.
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July 14, 2023
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January 11, 2024
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August 21, 2023
Love this book....absolute dogged determination of people thriving in the face of difficulties.
Mr. Marden has a way with stories and wisdom that inspire action and determination.
People who had to use newspapers as shoes to walk three miles in the snow to check out books.
"It's doggedness that does it" Darwin
"Genius that thing that dazzles mortal eyes...is often perseverance in disguise " Marden
A spin-off of Samuel Smiles book Self-Help that inspired millions worldwide and the founder of Toyota.
"Anybody who does anything noble or worthy will have critics...Ignore them and push through to the promised land "
"There is no such thing as failure only those who have failed trying "
"The Man or Woman who sets before his fellows an example of persevering, unflinching, undaunted sober industry can never be a failure...no matter how many obstacles he encounters "
Read this and then read it again, and then read it again, and then read it again, and then read it again, and then read it again, and then read it again, and then read it again, and finally read it again
Mr. Marden has a way with stories and wisdom that inspire action and determination.
People who had to use newspapers as shoes to walk three miles in the snow to check out books.
"It's doggedness that does it" Darwin
"Genius that thing that dazzles mortal eyes...is often perseverance in disguise " Marden
A spin-off of Samuel Smiles book Self-Help that inspired millions worldwide and the founder of Toyota.
"Anybody who does anything noble or worthy will have critics...Ignore them and push through to the promised land "
"There is no such thing as failure only those who have failed trying "
"The Man or Woman who sets before his fellows an example of persevering, unflinching, undaunted sober industry can never be a failure...no matter how many obstacles he encounters "
Read this and then read it again, and then read it again, and then read it again, and then read it again, and then read it again, and then read it again, and then read it again, and finally read it again
November 7, 2023
well worth reading by all
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