Accomplish things through oneself

Author: (English) Samuel Smiles, translated by Qin Chuan'an
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Publishing Date: 2006-07-01
Features: This book is one of the most popular motivational books in the world so far. It revolves around themes such as self-reliance, hardship, diligence, honesty, integrity, courage, personal character, and the spirit of perseverance. In the book, Smiles highly praises those who overcome hardships and achieve success. He says, "Hardship is very important for a person. Experiencing hardship allows us to learn how to overcome the various difficulties we face." "Hardship and the vicissitudes of life are the most severe yet noblest teachers." In his view, poverty is not,. Because "If we can never be self-reliant, we will never be able to escape poverty. Only the strength of a self-reliant personality can save oneself." To succeed, one must not only have the mindset of self-reliance but also strong willpower. He says, "Napoleon believed that the power of will is ten times greater than the power of material." "Perseverance and unwavering determination can enable a person to achieve any endeavor." The great teachings in this book have influenced countless people, to the extent that many consider Smiles their "spiritual mentor." For this reason, the book received widespread attention in the UK and around the world upon its release. In the month of its publication in the UK, it was reprinted four times. By 1910, the book had been reprinted 34 times. In the United States, as soon as The Art of Success was published in the UK, pirated copies appeared in the US, even "flooding the market." In Japan, the book was instantly snatched up by readers as soon as it entered bookstores, to the point where publishers had to print day and night to keep up with demand. Within a few years, the book sold millions of copies. Today, the actual sales volume of the book has likely become astronomical, making it difficult to keep track.