The Richest Man in Babylon (Collector's Edition) (Laminated Hardback with Jacket) The Original 1926 Edition - Hardcover

Clason, George S

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1998621561 ISBN 13: 9781998621569

Publisher: Revive Classics, 2024

Synopsis

~ Collector's Edition ~ Laminated Hardback with Jacket ~

The Richest Man in Babylon shares practical financial wisdom through parables set in ancient Babylon, focusing on principles of wealth-building, saving, and wise investment. Through the stories of merchants, artisans, and tradespeople, readers learn valuable lessons on creating lasting financial security and prosperity. Each tale underscores the importance of discipline, knowledge, and foresight in handling money, revealing universal insights on wealth management. These parables offer timeless guidance on achieving financial independence and stability by mastering fundamental principles of wealth.

Published in 1926, The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason became a foundational text for personal finance, using parables set in ancient Babylon to convey enduring financial principles. Its practical, accessible lessons on saving, budgeting, and investing made it popular among readers and shaped personal finance education for decades. The book's timeless advice on wealth-building influenced generations, positioning it as a classic in financial literature that continues to offer valuable insights on achieving financial security and independence.

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About the Author

George S. Clason, born in 1874 in Louisiana, Missouri, was an American businessman, author, and entrepreneur best known for his influential work in personal finance. Clason served in the U.S. Army during the Spanish-American War before establishing two companies, Clason Map Company of Denver, one of the first to produce road maps, and a publishing company. In 1926, he began writing a series of pamphlets on financial advice, famously set in ancient Babylon, that ultimately formed The Richest Man in Babylon.These pamphlets gained popularity for their straightforward lessons on saving, investing, and wealth-building, becoming widely distributed by banks and insurance companies to educate clients. Clason's parables, centered around characters like Arkad, the "richest man in Babylon," used historical settings to impart financial wisdom in a memorable and accessible way. His teachings emphasized basic principles, such as saving a portion of one's income, making sound investments, and avoiding debt-practices that resonated with readers during the Great Depression.Clason's legacy endures as The Richest Man in Babylon remains a staple in personal finance literature. His approachable parables have influenced countless readers and financial professionals, offering timeless advice on building financial security. Clason's work continues to inspire financial independence and education, cementing his place as a pioneer in personal finance.

Edition details

• Publisher: Revive Classics
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1998621561
• ISBN 13: 9781998621569
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 120