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Chris_Stretten · 02-13-2007, 03:12 PM

I have read many posts regarding modern books written by teachers of the Secret and LoA etc. I found myself drawn to many of the books which were written before. Books which the current Teachers have used to learn the "secret" and therefore contribute their ideas in their own books. Perhaps I just have the urge to read it "from the horses mouth" so to speak... the originating material behind the current ideas. In doing my search I have found that many of these books are free and in the public domain (which means don't get trapped into having to "purchase" these from other websites). Keep in mind that there is some advertising in some of these free books pointing to the sites of the people who have made them available. This is most commonly found in pdf versions, but online html versions are available as well. Personally I just copy and paste these into a new word document on my computer and format them for my own ease of reading.

The Science of Getting Rich (Wallace D. Wattles, pdf)
Science of Getting Rich

Think and Grow Rich (Napoleon Hill, 1938)
Think and Grow Rich

The Master Key System (Charles F. Haanel, 1912)
The Master Key System

There are others I'm sure of a similar period in time, but these three seem to be the ones most commonly mentioned in references. Also, keep in mind the period of time in which they were written... some of the nomenclature and terms used are dated and may not fit with current society trends and beliefs. Personally I find it fascinating, but others may be turned off by it.
Anyway, peace to all.
Cheers,
Chris

JPX · 02-13-2007, 04:16 PM

Thank you for posting these Chris. I read The Science of Getting Rich last night and was very impressed by it.

BelleEnchanted · 02-13-2007, 04:36 PM

These aren't books, they're MP3 files, but you can download the entire Introduction to Abraham MP3s here.

The topics covered are:

1. Introduction (1:17 1.23M)
Music ©Max Highstein.
2. A Lifelong Quest For Answers (4:06 3.78M)
Jerry's search for good feeling beliefs
3. Living of "Think and Grow Rich" (1:37 1.5M)
The difference a book made in this life
4. Roberts, Butts and "Seth Speaks" (2:19 2.19M)
Non-Physical Personalities and Realities
5. Esther & Jerry Meet Theo (6:24 5.84M)
A highly influential life-changing event
6. The Abraham-Hicks Reunion (5:05 4.7M)
Jerry asked; Esther allowed; Abraham spoke
7. Who is Abraham; Who are we? (11:13 9.68M)
What is my Inner Being and why am I here?
8. The Powerful Law of Attraction (4:00 3.64M)
Here's the key we've long been asking for
9. Law of Deliberate Creation (3:57 3.64M)
How to want it and be, do or have it
10. About the Law of Allowing (4:51 4.5M)
Ask and it's given; now learn to allow
11. Process of Segment Intending (3:39 3.34M)
Consciously develop this valuable habit
12. Great Awakening and Blending (1:54 1.74M)
We can communicate with our Inner Being
13. Our Emotional Guidance System (3:11 3.02M)
Learning to listen toour Inner Guidance
14. Relationships and Agreements (2:24 5.1M)
Learn the secrets of cocreating in joy
15. Our Healthy Bodily Conditions (6:09 2.18M)
Is your body feeling good enough for you?
16. The "Christ Consciousness" (2:17 2.21M)
Becoming conscious of the "kingdom within"
17. About Habits and Addictions (2:53 2.38M)
Want to release an unwanted addiction?
18. What's In It for Abraham? (6:33 3.45M)
We do deserve a joyous life experience

Enjoy!

Belle

Chris_Stretten · 02-13-2007, 05:05 PM

Cheers BelleEnchanted and JPX.
Thanks for the mp3 list. I enjoy reading and hearing Abraham through Esther Hicks very much. When viewing "The Secret" movie, I prefer the original version with Esther Hicks in it (the latest version has Lisa Nichols in her place). There is something very moving about the way Esther speaks (Or Abraham through her) which resonates with me deeper than the other teachers.
I am currently reading through Esthers book "Ask and it is Given".

Cheers,
Chris

asrai · 02-14-2007, 05:42 PM

I listen to hayhouseradio.com at work on my mp3 player everyday. I listen to 2 or 3, 1 hour shows 5 days a week. Which is 8-12 hours (substracting for commercials) every week. I'm not sure how much that is in equaivelent of books. But it's a lot of infromation.

It's all completly free. They have lots of metaphysical people, like Syliva Brown and John Holland. They have Eve Wood, who is a clinical psychologist. a 4 part program from jerry and ester hicks was just played (and archived.).

I also like "You can have what you want" by Micheal Neil.

I can go on and on. It's all free information. The hosts do the show for free so they are trying to get you to buy their books and other products, and there are a few commercials. But I've gained a lot of Free information. And you can (try) to call into a show to get personal advice.

NightOwlNation · 02-16-2007, 03:18 AM

Here are more free books you can read online that teach the law of attraction/deliberate creation - and also supporting topics and skill sets. Many of the classic LOA works. Please spread the word as many people are looking for free resources.

PsiTek - FREE Metaphysical Books

New Thought Library - New Thought Books Online

New Thought on-line books for Self-Help,Self-Improvement

Chris_Stretten · 02-17-2007, 05:20 AM

70 Free Books on LoA.

There is a list of the 70!free books on Law of Attraction and similar subjects.
Here is the list (22 MB zip file)
"Fables" by Aesop - A collection of more than 300 fables by the ancient grandmaster of fables himself. Great stuff to think about and read.
"The Manual" by Epictetus - Could be called "the very first self-help book." This Greek philosopher wrote a small but powerful tractate on living a content and happy life.
"The Power of Concentration" by Theron Q. Dumont - A book about concentration: its importance, and how to train the mind to concentrate.
"The Art and Science of Personal Magnetism" by Theron Q. Dumont - 'Magnetism' is what these old-timers coined what we now know as Energy. This book by Theron Q. Dumont will show you how to harness and use that energy.
"The Secret of Success" by William W. Atkinson
"Thought Vibration" by William W. Atkinson
"Thought-Force in Business and Everyday Life" by William W. Atkinson
"Practical Mental Influence" by William W. Atkinson
"As a Man Thinketh" by James Allen - One of the best-known books of this kind.
"Above Life's Turmoil" by James Allen
"Byways to Blessedness" by James Allen
"The Way of Peace" by James Allen
"The Path of Prosperity" by James Allen
"Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill - This is one of the most famous books ever written; even today, many successful businessmen attribute their success to this book!
"Right and Wrong Thinking" by Aaron Martin Crane
"Character-Building Thought Power" by Ralph Waldo Trine
"The Greatest Thing Ever Known" by Ralph Waldo Trine
"This Mystical Life of Ours" by Ralph Waldo Trine - 52 excerpts from Trine's works, for each week of the year.
"The Man who Knew" by Ralph Waldo Trine
"The Wayfarer on the Open Road" by Ralph Waldo Trine
"What all the World's A-Seeking" by Ralph Waldo Trine
"The Creative Process in the Individual" by Thomas Troward - Along with his lecture-series: revolutionary.
"The Dore Lectures on Mental Science" by Thomas Troward
"The Edinburgh Lectures on Mental Science" by Thomas Troward
"The Power of Silence" by Horatio W. Dresser
"Common Sense: How to Exercise It" by Blanchard Yorimoto-Tashi
"Within You is the Power" by Henry Thomas Hamblin
"The Life of the Spirit" by Henry Thomas Hamblin
"The Power of Thought" by Henry Thomas Hamblin
"The Mental Cure" by Warren Felt Evans
"A Textbook of Theosophy" by C.W. Leadbeater
"The Science of Mind" by Ernest Holmes
"The Greatest Thing in the World" by Henry Drummond
"The Magic Story" by Frederick Van Rensselaer Dey - Very important and life-changing story. See for yourself!
"The Science of Getting Rich" by Wallace D. Wattles - Or, as I like to call it: "A Course in Manifestation."
"Acres of Diamonds" by Russell H. Conwell - Alongside "As a Man Thinketh" and "Think and Grow Rich", one of the most well known books today.
"The Master Key System" by Charles F. Haanel - Reputed to have been read by Bill Gates, this book contains lots of little gold nuggets of wisdom.
"Mental Chemistry" by Charles F. Haanel
"Self-Help; National and Individual" by Samuel Smiles - A large and interesting tome.
"The Multiple Mentality Course" by Harry Kahne - The original "multitasking" training system. Want or need to do 2 or more things at once? Read this!
"Your Forces and How to Use Them" by Christian Larson
"The Ideal Made Real" by Christian Larson
"How to Find Your Real Self" by Mildred Mann
"Self Mastery through Conscious Autosuggestion" by Emile Coué - Arguably one of the most important people of the 20th century, this man invented Autosuggestion (autogenic training) for use in healing and improving oneself.
"How to Live on 24 Hours a Day" by Arnold Bennett - So much to do, so little time! Well, not anymore!
"Mental Efficiency" by Arnold Bennett
"The Prophet" by Khalil Gibran - This is pure food for thought, by a well-known author.
"The Madman" by Kahlil Gibran - Equally as important as "The Prophet."
"Walking" by Henry David Thoreau - One of the greatest American authors himself talks about walking; serenity, meditation; peace.
"Adventures in Contentment" by David Grayson
"Adventures in Friendship" by David Grayson
"Great Possessions" by David Grayson
"The Friendly Road -or- New Adventures in Contentment" by David Grayson
"Siddharta" by Hermann Hesse - This is my most favourite book.
"Thought Power" by Annie Besant
"How to Turn your Desires and Ideals into Reality" by Brown Landone
"Prosperity Through Thought" by Bruce MacLelland
"How to Turn Your Ability Into Cash" by Earl Prevette
"Just How to Wake the Solar Plexus" by Elizabeth Towne
"Your invisible Power" by Genevieve Behrend
"Attaining Your Desires" by Genevieve Behrend
"The Miracle of Tithing" by Mark Victor Hansen
"Concentration" by O. Hashnu Hara
"In Tune With the Infinite" by Ralph Waldo Emerson
"Secrets of Mental Supremacy" by W. R. C. Larson
"Influence" by Yorimoto Tashi
"IT WORKS" by R.H. Jarrett
"The Way to Power" by L.W. Rogers
"Prosper" by Charles Fillmore
"An Iron Will" by Orison Swett Marden

Cheers,
Chris

Patricia · 02-17-2007, 06:14 PM

Wow! Thanks to everyone who posted all these links. Keep them coming!

PhyllisZ · 02-19-2007, 04:16 AM

WOW... what an incredible gift.

02-13-2007, 03:12 PM	#1 (permalink)
Chris_Stretten Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 37	Free LoA books... I have read many posts regarding modern books written by teachers of the Secret and LoA etc. I found myself drawn to many of the books which were written before. Books which the current Teachers have used to learn the "secret" and therefore contribute their ideas in their own books. Perhaps I just have the urge to read it "from the horses mouth" so to speak... the originating material behind the current ideas. In doing my search I have found that many of these books are free and in the public domain (which means don't get trapped into having to "purchase" these from other websites). Keep in mind that there is some advertising in some of these free books pointing to the sites of the people who have made them available. This is most commonly found in pdf versions, but online html versions are available as well. Personally I just copy and paste these into a new word document on my computer and format them for my own ease of reading. The Science of Getting Rich (Wallace D. Wattles, pdf) Science of Getting Rich Think and Grow Rich (Napoleon Hill, 1938) Think and Grow Rich The Master Key System (Charles F. Haanel, 1912) The Master Key System There are others I'm sure of a similar period in time, but these three seem to be the ones most commonly mentioned in references. Also, keep in mind the period of time in which they were written... some of the nomenclature and terms used are dated and may not fit with current society trends and beliefs. Personally I find it fascinating, but others may be turned off by it. Anyway, peace to all. Cheers, Chris Last edited by Chris_Stretten; 02-13-2007 at 03:50 PM.

02-14-2007, 05:42 PM	#5 (permalink)
asrai Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 34	Hay House Radio I listen to hayhouseradio.com at work on my mp3 player everyday. I listen to 2 or 3, 1 hour shows 5 days a week. Which is 8-12 hours (substracting for commercials) every week. I'm not sure how much that is in equaivelent of books. But it's a lot of infromation. It's all completly free. They have lots of metaphysical people, like Syliva Brown and John Holland. They have Eve Wood, who is a clinical psychologist. a 4 part program from jerry and ester hicks was just played (and archived.). I also like "You can have what you want" by Micheal Neil. I can go on and on. It's all free information. The hosts do the show for free so they are trying to get you to buy their books and other products, and there are a few commercials. But I've gained a lot of Free information. And you can (try) to call into a show to get personal advice.

02-17-2007, 05:20 AM	#7 (permalink)
Chris_Stretten Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 37	70! Free books... 70 Free Books on LoA. There is a list of the 70!free books on Law of Attraction and similar subjects. Here is the list (22 MB zip file) "Fables" by Aesop - A collection of more than 300 fables by the ancient grandmaster of fables himself. Great stuff to think about and read. "The Manual" by Epictetus - Could be called "the very first self-help book." This Greek philosopher wrote a small but powerful tractate on living a content and happy life. "The Power of Concentration" by Theron Q. Dumont - A book about concentration: its importance, and how to train the mind to concentrate. "The Art and Science of Personal Magnetism" by Theron Q. Dumont - 'Magnetism' is what these old-timers coined what we now know as Energy. This book by Theron Q. Dumont will show you how to harness and use that energy. "The Secret of Success" by William W. Atkinson "Thought Vibration" by William W. Atkinson "Thought-Force in Business and Everyday Life" by William W. Atkinson "Practical Mental Influence" by William W. Atkinson "As a Man Thinketh" by James Allen - One of the best-known books of this kind. "Above Life's Turmoil" by James Allen "Byways to Blessedness" by James Allen "The Way of Peace" by James Allen "The Path of Prosperity" by James Allen "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill - This is one of the most famous books ever written; even today, many successful businessmen attribute their success to this book! "Right and Wrong Thinking" by Aaron Martin Crane "Character-Building Thought Power" by Ralph Waldo Trine "The Greatest Thing Ever Known" by Ralph Waldo Trine "This Mystical Life of Ours" by Ralph Waldo Trine - 52 excerpts from Trine's works, for each week of the year. "The Man who Knew" by Ralph Waldo Trine "The Wayfarer on the Open Road" by Ralph Waldo Trine "What all the World's A-Seeking" by Ralph Waldo Trine "The Creative Process in the Individual" by Thomas Troward - Along with his lecture-series: revolutionary. "The Dore Lectures on Mental Science" by Thomas Troward "The Edinburgh Lectures on Mental Science" by Thomas Troward "The Power of Silence" by Horatio W. Dresser "Common Sense: How to Exercise It" by Blanchard Yorimoto-Tashi "Within You is the Power" by Henry Thomas Hamblin "The Life of the Spirit" by Henry Thomas Hamblin "The Power of Thought" by Henry Thomas Hamblin "The Mental Cure" by Warren Felt Evans "A Textbook of Theosophy" by C.W. Leadbeater "The Science of Mind" by Ernest Holmes "The Greatest Thing in the World" by Henry Drummond "The Magic Story" by Frederick Van Rensselaer Dey - Very important and life-changing story. See for yourself! "The Science of Getting Rich" by Wallace D. Wattles - Or, as I like to call it: "A Course in Manifestation." "Acres of Diamonds" by Russell H. Conwell - Alongside "As a Man Thinketh" and "Think and Grow Rich", one of the most well known books today. "The Master Key System" by Charles F. Haanel - Reputed to have been read by Bill Gates, this book contains lots of little gold nuggets of wisdom. "Mental Chemistry" by Charles F. Haanel "Self-Help; National and Individual" by Samuel Smiles - A large and interesting tome. "The Multiple Mentality Course" by Harry Kahne - The original "multitasking" training system. Want or need to do 2 or more things at once? Read this! "Your Forces and How to Use Them" by Christian Larson "The Ideal Made Real" by Christian Larson "How to Find Your Real Self" by Mildred Mann "Self Mastery through Conscious Autosuggestion" by Emile Coué - Arguably one of the most important people of the 20th century, this man invented Autosuggestion (autogenic training) for use in healing and improving oneself. "How to Live on 24 Hours a Day" by Arnold Bennett - So much to do, so little time! Well, not anymore! "Mental Efficiency" by Arnold Bennett "The Prophet" by Khalil Gibran - This is pure food for thought, by a well-known author. "The Madman" by Kahlil Gibran - Equally as important as "The Prophet." "Walking" by Henry David Thoreau - One of the greatest American authors himself talks about walking; serenity, meditation; peace. "Adventures in Contentment" by David Grayson "Adventures in Friendship" by David Grayson "Great Possessions" by David Grayson "The Friendly Road -or- New Adventures in Contentment" by David Grayson "Siddharta" by Hermann Hesse - This is my most favourite book. "Thought Power" by Annie Besant "How to Turn your Desires and Ideals into Reality" by Brown Landone "Prosperity Through Thought" by Bruce MacLelland "How to Turn Your Ability Into Cash" by Earl Prevette "Just How to Wake the Solar Plexus" by Elizabeth Towne "Your invisible Power" by Genevieve Behrend "Attaining Your Desires" by Genevieve Behrend "The Miracle of Tithing" by Mark Victor Hansen "Concentration" by O. Hashnu Hara "In Tune With the Infinite" by Ralph Waldo Emerson "Secrets of Mental Supremacy" by W. R. C. Larson "Influence" by Yorimoto Tashi "IT WORKS" by R.H. Jarrett "The Way to Power" by L.W. Rogers "Prosper" by Charles Fillmore "An Iron Will" by Orison Swett Marden Cheers, Chris

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02-13-2007, 04:16 PM	#2 (permalink)
JPX Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 45	Thank you for posting these Chris. I read The Science of Getting Rich last night and was very impressed by it.

02-13-2007, 04:36 PM	#3 (permalink)
BelleEnchanted Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 59	These aren't books, they're MP3 files, but you can download the entire Introduction to Abraham MP3s here. The topics covered are: 1. Introduction (1:17 1.23M) Music ©Max Highstein. 2. A Lifelong Quest For Answers (4:06 3.78M) Jerry's search for good feeling beliefs 3. Living of "Think and Grow Rich" (1:37 1.5M) The difference a book made in this life 4. Roberts, Butts and "Seth Speaks" (2:19 2.19M) Non-Physical Personalities and Realities 5. Esther & Jerry Meet Theo (6:24 5.84M) A highly influential life-changing event 6. The Abraham-Hicks Reunion (5:05 4.7M) Jerry asked; Esther allowed; Abraham spoke 7. Who is Abraham; Who are we? (11:13 9.68M) What is my Inner Being and why am I here? 8. The Powerful Law of Attraction (4:00 3.64M) Here's the key we've long been asking for 9. Law of Deliberate Creation (3:57 3.64M) How to want it and be, do or have it 10. About the Law of Allowing (4:51 4.5M) Ask and it's given; now learn to allow 11. Process of Segment Intending (3:39 3.34M) Consciously develop this valuable habit 12. Great Awakening and Blending (1:54 1.74M) We can communicate with our Inner Being 13. Our Emotional Guidance System (3:11 3.02M) Learning to listen toour Inner Guidance 14. Relationships and Agreements (2:24 5.1M) Learn the secrets of cocreating in joy 15. Our Healthy Bodily Conditions (6:09 2.18M) Is your body feeling good enough for you? 16. The "Christ Consciousness" (2:17 2.21M) Becoming conscious of the "kingdom within" 17. About Habits and Addictions (2:53 2.38M) Want to release an unwanted addiction? 18. What's In It for Abraham? (6:33 3.45M) We do deserve a joyous life experience Enjoy! Belle

02-13-2007, 05:05 PM	#4 (permalink)
Chris_Stretten Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 37	Cheers BelleEnchanted and JPX. Thanks for the mp3 list. I enjoy reading and hearing Abraham through Esther Hicks very much. When viewing "The Secret" movie, I prefer the original version with Esther Hicks in it (the latest version has Lisa Nichols in her place). There is something very moving about the way Esther speaks (Or Abraham through her) which resonates with me deeper than the other teachers. I am currently reading through Esthers book "Ask and it is Given". Cheers, Chris

02-16-2007, 03:18 AM	#6 (permalink)
NightOwlNation Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Posts: 70	Here are more free books you can read online that teach the law of attraction/deliberate creation - and also supporting topics and skill sets. Many of the classic LOA works. Please spread the word as many people are looking for free resources. PsiTek - FREE Metaphysical Books New Thought Library - New Thought Books Online New Thought on-line books for Self-Help,Self-Improvement

02-17-2007, 06:14 PM	#8 (permalink)
Patricia Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Brazil/USA Posts: 257	Wow! Thanks to everyone who posted all these links. Keep them coming!

02-19-2007, 04:16 AM	#9 (permalink)
PhyllisZ Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 23	WOW... what an incredible gift.

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