02058cam a22003013u 4500 20513 UtSlPG 20260610133456.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 HF Marden, Orison Swett, 1848-1924 How to Succeed; Or, Stepping-Stones to Fame and Fortune Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-02-03 Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Karina Aleksandrova and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "How to Succeed; Or, Stepping-Stones to Fame and Fortune" by Orison Swett Marden is a motivational guide to personal success written in the late 19th century. The book emphasizes the importance of character, determination, and the ability to seize opportunities to achieve fame and fortune. Marden serves as a mentor to readers, providing insights and advice on how to become a competent and self-reliant individual. At the start of the book, Marden calls for readers to recognize their own potential and the necessity of being a "man" in character and action. He cites various historical figures and provides anecdotes illustrating the value of hard work, perseverance, and self-improvement. He also critiques the superficiality in society and stresses the importance of developing individual talents and taking initiative in the pursuit of success. The introductory chapters set a foundation for the reader's journey, exploring themes of opportunity, personal growth, and the mindset needed to navigate the challenges of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Success https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20513 61784 61784