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The Power Of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale (Softcover, Wraps, 1974)
By Norman Vincent Peale
Softcover, Wraps • World's Work Ltd
Description
Title: The Power Of Positive Thinking
Author/Publisher: Norman Vincent Peale; World's Work Ltd
Publication Year: 1974
Format: Softcover, Wraps
The Power of Positive Thinking is one of the most significant and popular self-help books of the 20th century, written by minister Norman Vincent Peale and first published in 1952. This paperback edition, dated 1974, outlines Peale's techniques for overcoming worry and stress through a pragmatic approach to faith and optimistic thought. This vintage copy is an accessible piece of motivational and personal development literature that remains highly influential.
Synopsis
Norman Vincent Peale's seminal work, 'The Power Of Positive Thinking', stands as a cornerstone of inspirational literature. This 1974 softcover edition, published by World's Work Ltd, presents Peale's enduring message to a new generation of readers seeking guidance and spiritual upliftment.
Categorised as Non-Fiction within the Religion & Spirituality genre, this book outlines a practical philosophy for life rooted in faith and optimism. Peale, an influential minister and author, distils complex psychological and spiritual principles into accessible techniques for everyday application.
Intended for an adult audience, the book delves into the transformative potential of belief and positive thought, offering a roadmap for overcoming personal challenges and achieving a more fulfilling existence.
- Embracing Faith and Optimism: Peale illustrates how a profound belief in oneself and a higher power can unlock latent potential, presenting faith not merely as a dogma but as a practical tool for daily living.
- Techniques for Overcoming Adversity: The author provides tangible methods and affirmations designed to combat worry, self-doubt, and stress, encouraging readers to cultivate a mindset resilient to life's inevitable setbacks.
- Achieving Personal Fulfilment: Central to Peale's philosophy is the idea that positive thinking can lead directly to success and happiness, guiding readers towards identifying and actualising their personal and professional aspirations.
As a classic within the self-help canon, this 1974 printing represents a significant stage in the book's continuous publication history. Its vintage status adds a layer of bibliographic interest, making it a desirable item for collectors and those seeking the foundational texts of motivational thought.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Softcover, Wraps |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | World's Work Ltd |
| Signed | No |
| Subject | Religion & Spiritiality |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | The Power Of Positive Thinking |
| Personalised | No |
| Year Printed | 1974 |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
| Original/Facsimile | Original |
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