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The Richest Man in Babylon
George S. Clason
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ASIN: 0451205367
Release Date: 2004-02-03 |
Book Description
THE MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLING CLASSIC
Read by millions, this timeless book holds the key to success-in the secrets of the ancients. Based on the famous "Babylonian principles," it's been hailed as the greatest of all inspirational works on the subject of thrift and financial planning.
ACHIEVE PERSONAL WEALTH...
This celebrated bestseller offers an understanding of-and a solution to-personal money problems.This is the original classic that reveals the secrets to acquiring money, keeping money, and making money earn even more money. Simply put: the original money-management favorite is back!
THE MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLING CLASSIC
Read by millions, this timeless book holds the key to success-in the secrets of the ancients. Based on the famous "Babylonian principles," it's been hailed as the greatest of all inspirational works on the subject of thrift and financial planning.
ACHIEVE PERSONAL WEALTH...
This celebrated bestseller offers an understanding of-and a solution to-personal money problems.This is the original classic that reveals the secrets to acquiring money, keeping money, and making money earn even more money. Simply put: the original money-management favorite is back!
Customer Reviews:
Essential.......2007-10-20
A book about being a respectful adult, a responsible business person and smart with your money. Every parent should have their kids read this when they turn 10.
Classic.......2007-10-18
George S. Clason did a wonderful job gathering information for this book. If you understand the Laws of Success better in parable form, then this book is for you!
The Richest Man in Babylon.......2007-10-13
A small, fun book, this guide to financial well-being is written as an archaeologist's translation of cuneiform tablets. The "richest man's" memoirs take the form of advice to his sons and colleagues. Simple, time-tested rules are easy to remember.
Secret to riches.......2007-10-07
This book is like going to a Sunday school class. It talks about Biblical times and the struggles of people living in harsh times. It also talks about people who want to grow rich and the things they do to become successful. "The Richest Man in Babylon" treated his employees generously and regularly gave a portion of his profits to the poor in his community. As a merchant he was fair and honest and dependable. The story does tell how to become rich and the road to riches is available to any person who follows the simple principles in this book.
Success in finance.......2007-09-23
An inspiring classic, and yet another testament to the fact that human follies and sound advice are timeless. Whether you're a slave in Babylon, or a modern banker, the principles are all the same: pay yourself first, save at least one tenth of your income, look for opportunity, work hard, and be wise in your investments. Passed on for centuries, it is surprising how few people use these maxims, and yet the successful stories are almost always based on them. For the hundred pages that it is, "The Richest Man in Babylon" may well be the most complete financial guide to date.
Customer Reviews:
Charming book.......2007-06-12
The book gives you ancient Babylonian wisdom of finances that are so relevant to the twenty first century. It was written over 50 years ago and will always remain a classic in my eyes. It is written in a story- fashion and very cleverly so. The language used is old English, which adds to the book a touch of sophistication, most charming. The lessons are valuble for every era and generation.
Parents would be wise if they can coax their teenagers to read this book.
Most enjoyable once you get immersed into it. The end has a nice surprise!
Wealth in Ancient Ways.......2007-05-23
This book showed me how to manage my money and be wealthy, not just with money. I know for myself I like to spend, spend, spend and spend. The book has showen me ways to plan for the future.
A Seminal Text on Money Management that Everyone Should Read.......2007-03-25
This allegorical telling of how a man in ancient Babylon arose from poverty to become the richest man in Babylon and a councilor to the king. This is so important I reread it from time to time and have given it to me children. The audio copy is excellently executed.
Very informative book.......2007-01-03
I found this book to be inspiring and informative. I loved the story format and the fact that it was based on a city many, many years ago and the basic fundamental message is the same today. A worthwhile purchase!
The Essential Fundamentals.......2006-11-17
There are so many books and recordings out there on how to create wealth. The problem with these books are that they can only be implemented when you have accumulated certain amount of money (typically around $500k in assets), so it wouldnt benefit the average joe. On the other hand if you do possess the required assets, it is still a struggle to double your wealth because you dont have the knowledge of the fundamentals of creating wealth.
Majority of the information out there would explain to you how to increase your assets, but what they dont explain to you is how to start with "Nothing" and create wealth. "The richest man in babylon" clearly addresses this important issue and have to admit that majority of the informations out there lack this principle. It is like teaching you how to write sentences without you knowing your ABC's,... and thats why lots of informations on creating wealth fails with so many people.
Being successful in any area of your life means grasping and mastering the fundamentals, and "The richest man in babylon" delivers the fundamentals clearly, precisely and easily.
I give this a 5stars based on the high quality of educational content it provides to its listener/reader(from all walks of life).
Book Description
The Richest Man in Babylon : Now Revised and Updated for the 21st Century
Now, in an updated, modern English version for the 21st century, enjoy reading this classic book on financial investment and fiscal success. Through a series of delightful short stories, straight from the heart of ancient Babylon, learn economic tips and tools for financial success that have withstood the test of time and that are applicable still today. Enjoy reading, and start saving today!
Customer Reviews:
Richest Man in babylon--good advice.......2007-09-07
An easy read, interesting story, excellent advice.
My wife and I have read it and will pass it on to our son. I will buy copies for several friends
Amazing read........2007-08-23
This book teaches through examples.
Easy read, was able to finish it in a couple days. But it has a store of knowledge that will probably be able to last me a lifetime.
The older version was better........2007-08-20
I read the Revised version (1995) and really enjoyed that. I purchased the 21st Century edition and was really disappointed. Some key ideas that I thought were very important like "don't get so consumed with acquiring wealth that you forget to enjoy life" were taken out of this edition. Also an entire chapter was removed that taught the importance of hard work. Not only that but the layout of book is much less aesthetically pleasing, making it more difficult to read. So I wouldn't buy this edition. I highly recommend the revised edition (yellow cover).
Babylon for babies.......2007-07-30
Might be a good book to read to the kid. However, a bright child might get bored with the repetitiion. One get's it by the second chapter.
I don't usually go contrary to conventional wisdom, but . . . .......2007-06-25
I've got to disagree with all the five-star reviewers.
This book is thoroughly unremarkable, and contains some solid but very shallow advice. Is the greatest desire of your heart to be wealthy? Then you're ripe for exploitation by those who are intelligent enough to use you for their stepping-stone. Want to be the richest man in Babylon? Then write a book telling other people what it takes.
If you really don't understand that you need to invest your money in order to become wealthy (but really want to be rich) then you will get something out of this book. Otherwise, don't waste your time (little as it takes to get through it) and money.
Were it not for the eye-catching title and somewhat interesting use of parables, this book would have gone nowhere. As it is, it is an unremarkable effort, even for a man whose only other claim to fame was starting a mapping business that went under during the Great Depression.
Book Description
Travel back in time as you read this enlightening, insightful book on financial investment and fiscal success. Through a series of delightful short stories, straight from the heart of ancient Babylon, learn economic tips and tools for financial success that have withstood the test of time and that are applicable still today. Enjoy reading, and start saving today!
Customer Reviews:
excellent, basic material.......2007-07-08
Purportedly tales from ancient Babylon, THE RICHEST MAN IN BABYLON consists of financial advice that has stood the test of time in the form of fable and metaphor. It emphasizes saving a percentage of ones income, investing ones savings wisely, staying away from bad(consumer) debt, the importance of insurance, and other common sense ideas that most people do not follow.
The book is written in Old English; In fact reading it seems like reading the Proverbs section of an older Bible translation. But don't be afraid of that. This book is very easy to read. I would recommend for a wise, literate teenager or preteen as well as an adult.
Book Description
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.
Customer Reviews:
A Little too Simplistic.......2006-02-28
While I still enjoyed listening, it was a little too easy to figure out where the story was leading. But, for someone looking for a little enlightenment it is still a good buy.
Core Principles for Financial Success.......2005-02-13
"The Richest Man in Babylon" along with "The Baron Son" by Vicky Therese Davis are two of my favorite financial parables. While one appreciates "The Baron Son" for its depth, one will also appreciate "The Richest Man in Babylon" for its simplicity.
For those that wish understand how to make money work for them, this is a great financial start.
The book's core principles can be summarized into its 7 Cures for a Lean Purse:
1. Start thy purse to fattening - Save 10 % of your income
2. Control thy expenditures - Budget effectively so that you may have the coins to pay for expenses and worthwhile desires without spending more than 90% of your earnings
3. Make thy gold multiply - invest your savings to build a stream of income
4. Guard thy treasure from loss - Protect yourself from unwise investments and invest only where your money will be safe
5. Make of thy dwelling a profitable investment - It is recommended that every person own their own home
6. Insure a future income - Provide in advance for your needs in old age and the protection of your family
7. Increase thy ability to earn - Through study, become wiser and more skillful so that you will always be in the forefront of progress
Ultimately, this fun guide to financial understanding will show you very simply how to acquire, retain, and grow your earnings. Read it, and learn why millions of others have been inspired to change their spending and investing habits with these ancient secrets of success.
Two classics together for the first time!.......2004-06-11
I have read The Richest Man in Bablyon many times and I creidit for helping me amass a reasonable amount of wealth that I would not have been able to do otherwise.
Reading is great, but something special happens when you listen to the information. And it certaintly beats listening to the news and hearing about the robberies, rapes, murders etc.
The Magic Story is also inspiring and a powerful story. I highly recommend this program. It's great!
Excellent cd.......2004-01-30
I really enjoyed reading The Richest Man in Bablyon and found this cd on The Richest Man in Bablyon and The MAGIC Story stimulating and inspiring. Far better than listening to the negative junk like the news and play this while my grandchildren are riding with me. They love it and what a way to start our young ones off to a g reat financial beginning.
Very good quality cd; very inspiring stories.......2003-11-22
I had read "The Richest Man in Bablyon" many times and in fact give it away as a accessory gift. It's a good story in print and really comes to life on this cd. "The Magic Story" was also interesting and inspiring. Contrary to that 1 star reviewer, I found the background music pleasant and the narrators were excellent. And the cd was of excellent quality.
Book Description
The Richest Man in Babylon : The Original Version, Restored and Revised
Travel back in time as George S. Clason takes you back to Babylon in his enlightening, insightful book on financial investment and fiscal success. The original version now restored and revised, this series of delightful short stories teaches economic tips and tools for financial success that have withstood the test of time and are applicable still today. Enjoy reading, and start saving today!
Customer Reviews:
A must read and routine re-read........2007-07-19
For me, there are several core books and other sources of information that that I re-read or re-listen-to periodically so I don't stray too far from their sage advice.
"The Richest Man in Babylon" is one of those core sources. I prefer reviewing this source by listening to the CD while driving in my car.
With regard to powerful personal finance, if you only ever have ONE core book/source make this your one book/CD.
Here's to your future, powerful choices and continued powerful financial choices!
Nothing Taken Out: Just Revised and Updated.......2007-04-30
This is the exact same as the original. There is nothing worded differently save for the chapter names themselves with "The Tale of" preceding the original name.
The book itself is a very quick read. Its pages are bigger than the original version thus explaining the reason for the fewer pages. Has some very good principals on how to earn, keep, and further build your money. This book made a lot of millionaires. Which means for 10 bucks, you're making a great investment.
Couple things I like about this version is the fact that the font is a little bit bigger and easier to read; secondly, they gave a one sentence summary at the end of the chapter to help the reader get the meaning of what was read.
All in all, a good revision; necessary? I'm not entirely sure but still, you're not being cheated or refrained from any wisdom compared with the original. Good stuff.
Book Description
The Richest Man In Babylon For Today brilliantly creates a new classic set of up-to-date stories to guide you in saving money, getting out of debt and having your money work for you by making more money. With steps as easy to understand as 1,2,3 this book shows you how to take control of your life and become financially independent.
Customer Reviews:
Free Enterprise Rules!.......2007-01-04
Great advice on accumulating wealth, delivered in anecdotal form. I loved this book, finding it very encouraging. Bottom line, you must get started right away!
Better than the original.......2006-04-26
I agree with Top 500 Reviewer Roger Herman. This a a great book for anyone who wants to learn basic principles of gathering and managing wealth. It is told in an interesting story (parable) format that is deeply instructive.
I will always love the original, but the "for Today" version includes investment principles and suggestions that were never mentioned in the orginal book i.e. the use of 401k plans, eBay and the like. I gave a copy to all the kids and grandkids!
Just Buy the Original! Great Idea, POOR Execution.......2004-08-28
I am a big fan of "The Richest Man in Babylon" by George Clason, I think it might be the only book you need to have in order to become "REALLY" successful. Based on my experience with "The Richest Man in Babylon" by George Clason, I was excited to read this book because I thought it would be interesting to see if someone could expand or try and bring Clason's ideas more in line with the world today. I was SADLY DISAPPOINTED with "The Richest Man in Babylon for Today" because this book seemed to me more just a rewrite of Clason's ideas lumped together with a bunch of quotes, then new material. I saw few if any expansions off of Clason's ideas. In my opinion this book is just a repackaging of Clason's ideas with a higher price tag. I did not like the author advertising his other books throughout this book.
Every success, money, or personal finance author has just taken George Clason's original ideas in "The Richest Man in Babylon" and repackaged them. Suzie Orman, Rich Dad Poor Dad, "The Richest Man in Babylon for Today " and numerous others are all just talking about George Clason's ideas.
If you are like me and love "The Richest Man in Babylon" and are wondering about this book, look at it in person before you buy it, because you are likely to be SADLY surprised at how little new material is actually here. This book could have been very good but I just can not justify the price considering how little new material is discussed and how many ideas are "lifted" from other authors ideas.
GREAT IDEA, POOR EXECUTION.
Do not miss the original "The Richest Man in Babylon" by George Clason.
Age-Old Wisdom, Easily Digested.......2004-07-05
Untold numbers of books have been written about how to build wealth. They range from the get rich quick schemes to solid advice on investments. Some are so thick or so filled with formulas and charts that it takes an economist to understand them. Some are inspirational volumes that are filled with platitudes and little else.
In this short book, Siegel spins a story that, at times, almost seems like a fable that's come to life. The story centers on two men having difficulty building wealth and a rich man who mentors them to success. In each chapter, the author imparts, through his fictional wealthy character, advice that we all know but fail to follow religiously. His advisees learn from practicing what they are taught and become successful in their own right.
While there are places that the dialog becomes more of a monologue, the rules of wealth accumulation are delivered, illustrated, and repeated for emphasis and easy reference. The teacher-the man behind the curtain of the fictional story-is well-qualified to present this message to his readers. Siegel is a highly successful businessman who functions as an investment advisor and owns two other companies. He knows what he's talking about, and presents the cogent advice in a form that's easy to digest. The story is simple and the presentation is simple.
This book is recommended for anyone who wants to learn the steps to accumulated wealth through savings, building, and investing. It's not a deep volume, just comprehensive enough to stand on its own...and perhaps stimulate some readers to explore Siegel's previous books or other books on investing. The best time to begin this kind of program is twenty years ago, to paraphrase one of the quotations Siegel uses to season the book; the second best time is now. This is a valuable book for parents to give their children, so they can start the process early in life.
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