The Science of Getting Rich

The Science of Getting Rich introduces a systematic approach to wealth creation based on Wallace D. Wattles' "Certain Way of Thinking." Published in 1910, this concise guide presents a 17-chapter framework for understanding the mental and practical foundations of financial success. The book draws from Hindu philosophy and the mental healing movement of the 19th century, establishing connections between thought patterns and material outcomes. Wattles outlines specific methods for readers to overcome psychological barriers and harness creative forces rather than competitive impulses. The text focuses on practical application, providing step-by-step instructions for implementing its principles in daily life. Its core message emphasizes the role of focused thought and deliberate action in the accumulation of wealth. This work represents an early confluence of Eastern spirituality, New Thought philosophy, and practical prosperity teachings that would influence many subsequent self-help and abundance-mindset publications.

Readers describe this 1910 book as a precursor to modern manifestation and abundance teachings, noting its influence on "The Secret" and similar works. Readers appreciate: - Clear, step-by-step instructions - Focus on taking practical action, not just thinking positively - Brief length (less than 100 pages) - Combination of spiritual and business principles Common criticisms: - Repetitive content - Dated language and examples - Oversimplified view of wealth creation - Religious overtones that some find off-putting One reader noted: "It reads like a sermon rather than a practical guide." Another stated: "The principles work, but you have to get past the old-fashioned writing style." Ratings: Goodreads: 4.1/5 (28,000+ ratings) Amazon: 4.6/5 (7,000+ ratings) Barnes & Noble: 4.4/5 (300+ ratings) Most negative reviews focus on the writing style rather than the content. Several readers recommend the updated versions with modernized language.

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🔸 The book was a major inspiration for Rhonda Byrne's 2006 film and book "The Secret," which became a global phenomenon and sold over 30 million copies. 🔸 Wallace D. Wattles lived in relative poverty for most of his life and died in 1911, just months after publishing this book, which would later become his most enduring work. 🔸 The book was originally published in 1910 during the height of America's Gilded Age, when rapid industrialization was creating unprecedented wealth opportunities. 🔸 Despite having no formal education beyond elementary school, Wattles extensively studied various religious and philosophical texts, particularly the works of Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel. 🔸 The principles outlined in the book influenced numerous modern self-help authors, including Napoleon Hill, who wrote "Think and Grow Rich" in 1937.