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The Power of Positive Thinking

Norman Vincent Peale
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The Power of Positive Thinking

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1952

Book Brief

Norman Vincent Peale

The Power of Positive Thinking

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1952
Book Details
Pages

218

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

1950s

Publication Year

1952

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale presents a strategy for cultivating optimism through continuous, conscious positive thoughts, affirmations, visualizations, prayer, and relying on a higher power, offering practical methods and anecdotal evidence from successful cases to explain the potential benefits of a positive mindset, including improved peace, happiness, and problem-solving.

Inspirational

Hopeful

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.4

139,295 ratings

78%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale has been praised for its uplifting message and practical advice on adopting a positive mindset. Critics appreciate its motivational anecdotes and clear writing. However, some find its ideas overly simplistic and lacking in scientific support. Overall, it is influential but may not appeal to those seeking more empirical approaches.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Power of Positive Thinking?

Readers who enjoy self-improvement and motivational literature will find The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale inspiring. Ideal for fans of Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey, it suits those seeking practical advice for cultivating optimism and confidence.

4.4

139,295 ratings

78%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

218

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

1950s

Publication Year

1952

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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