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Book Review: Think And Grow Rich

Updated: Mar 26, 2022

As I was perusing through this book, I knew I had to read it. This fascinating book shows you ways to make your subconscious mind work for you.

The book is about how a person may retrain their thinking and channel their entire energy towards achieving accomplishment. The thirteen concepts that can influence one's thinking are discussed in this book. One can see favorable results by following these thirteen steps. To motivate his readers, the author discusses successful people and their stories. He emphasizes the importance of perseverance, consistent efforts, and seeing opportunities. He discusses the importance of a person's "Burning Desire" to succeed.


Anxiety, insecurity, and other hurdles to achievement affect everyone. The book also covers how to deal with failure and the emotions that lead to giving up. This book is for everyone who wants to attain their financial goals and even do better. The great mind behind this work of art took time to study and write billionaire's mindset. In case you're wondering, this is where he got his inspiration. Took him over 20 years to write the book, and I think it's worthwhile.


What to know about the author: Napoleon Hill


Hill was the grandchild of James Madison Hill and the son of James Monroe Hill and Sarah Sylvania Blair. In 1847, his grandpa immigrated to America from England and settled in Virginia. Hill started out writing for his father's newspaper as a "mountain reporter" when he was 13 years old. He got engaged to a local woman who claimed he was the father of her baby.


Hill's book Think and Grow Rich (1937) is one of the top ten best-selling self-help stories ever written. His writings emphasized the need to have high aspirations to improve one's life. People have dubbed him "the most famous conman you've never heard of" by Gizmodo.


They have accused him of deception. Many of Hill's allegations have also been called into question. Andrew Carnegie's connection with Napoleon Hill was never established. Mr. Hill began claiming to have interviewed Carnegie after he had died. There are no accounts of the encounter outside of Hill's books.

Many of Hill's other claims of meeting renowned persons are unsupported by proof. He alleges that a fire destroyed all the images and letters of commendation from prominent guys. He also purported to have assisted F.D.R. in the writing of his fireside talks, however, there are no records of his interviewing notable figures like Theodore Roosevelt.


No wonder Hill got the unpleasant “conman” nickname.


Topic discussion

Many individuals claim Hill’s book is motivating and even life-changing. It's a checklist of all the traits and features Hill discovered in all of his subjects.

The book has one standout element that drew my attention the most. Napoleon not only observed these exceptional individuals, but he also put their ideas and beliefs into action. He didn't write about the outcomes until he saw them.

He motivates his readers to pursue their aspirations rather than accept their current circumstances. Readers frequently try to deduce one secret from beginning to end, but Napoleon never mentions it. Instead, he speaks about learning the thirteen concepts and how, once you do, you'll be successful.


This is one of the first books that individuals who are attempting to expand or get wealthy typically suggest. It discusses the level of commitment required to attain your goal. It also mentions being honest about what you'll have to give up to achieve your goals.


The Thirteen Principles are:

Hill has structured the book into segments, each of which focuses on a different theme. He discusses how you should follow something you enjoy and are passionate about. The primary reason for this is well known, and it excludes inferiority as an excuse.


Hill also recommends surrounding oneself with people who constantly motivate you since you are the product of the five people you spend the most time with. They are the folks who have the most impact on you. He also describes the importance of reading things that motivate you. They affect your determination and boost your will to succeed.


He inquires what utility we provide to the people and how we might use the information we get to add greater value to society. The author also mentions the ancient adage, "Jack of all crafts, master of none." He emphasizes that specialized knowledge is considerably superior to general information.


Main idea


The author argues that when a person has a crystal clear image where he wants to go, it creates a burning desire inside him. This desire should be backed up by Faith and Specialized Knowledge, resulting in some conduct or resulting in particular conclusions. The book informs the reader knows that there will be many barriers to overcome when attempting to accomplish something.


What I loved more while reading this book

This book is so easy to read that it achieved its goal of reaching as many people as possible while correctly delivering its message. Hearing about other people's successes motivates me to read more. The most intriguing chapters for me were Desire, Organized Planning, and the Devil's Workshop. I appreciated reading Sixth Sense's last concept, which cannot be questioned, challenged, or exercised.


Best quotes

  1. I just had to quote some quotes I found powerful from the book “Think and grow rich”.

  2. "An educated man is not, necessarily, one who has an abundance of general or specialized knowledge. An educated man has so developed the faculties of his mind that he may gain anything he wants, or its equivalent, without violating the rights of others."

  3. “Opinions are the cheapest commodities on earth. Everyone has a flock of opinions ready to be wished upon anyone who will accept them. If you are influenced by "opinions," when you reach DECISIONS, you will fail in any undertaking.”

  4. So far, I would recommend this book because it somehow speaks to me. If you wish to grow financially, then you better hurry and get yourself a copy.


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