The Secret of the Ages (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. New Thought Lessons on Subconscious Mind Power, Prosperity Consciousness, and Disciplined ImaginationBy Robert Collier
Length9h 29m
About this audiobook
Robert Collier's The Secret of the Ages is a classic work of early twentieth-century self-help metaphysics, blending New Thought philosophy, practical psychology, and inspirational prose. At its center is the claim that human beings possess latent mental and spiritual powers capable of shaping circumstance when disciplined by desire, imagination, faith, and purposeful action. Written in a lucid, exhortatory style, the book belongs beside works by Wallace D. Wattles, James Allen, and Napoleon Hill, yet it is distinguished by its expansive, almost encyclopedic effort to connect success, health, prayer, and creative thought. Collier, an American author, publisher, and copywriter, brought to the book a rare command of persuasive language and commercial realism. His background in advertising sharpened his understanding of motivation, suggestion, and the power of words to move the will. Having experienced illness and professional uncertainty, he wrote not as an abstract theorist but as a practical interpreter of optimism, mental discipline, and self-directed transformation. This book is recommended for readers interested in the intellectual roots of modern personal development, prosperity literature, and mind-power traditions. Though some claims require historical perspective, Collier's central appeal remains compelling: the disciplined imagination can become an instrument of renewal.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreSelf-Help
Length9 hrs 29 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 23, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
21XII. The Three Requisites
2Introduction
22XIII. That Old Witch—Bad Luck
3Synopsis
23Volume Five
4Historical Context
24XIV. Your Needs Are Met
5Volume One
25XV. The Master Of Your Fate
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6Foreword
26XVI. Unappropriated Millions
7I. The World's Greatest Discovery
27XVII. The Secret Of Power
8II. The Genie-Of-Your-Mind
28XVIII. This One Thing I Do
9Volume Two
29Volume Six
10III. The Primal Cause
30XIX. The Master Mind
11IV. Desire—The First Law Of Gain
31XX. What Do You Lack?
12Volume Three
32XXI. The Sculptor And The Clay
13V. Aladdin & Company
33XXII. Why Grow Old?
14VI. See Yourself Doing It
34Volume Seven
15VII. “As A Man Thinketh”
35XXIII. The Medicine Delusion
16VIII. The Law Of Supply
36XXIV. The Gift Of The Magi
17Volume Four
37Analysis
18IX. The Formula Of Success
38Reflection
19X. “This Freedom”
39Memorable Quotes
20XI. The Law Of Attraction
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