The Science of Getting Rich | Wallace D. Wattles

The Science of Getting Rich: With The Science of Being Great

Extended Synopsis

In The Science of Getting Rich, Wallace D. Wattles reveals a scientifically proven system for financial success that has withstood the test of time. Utilizing secret teachings inspired by ancient Hindu scriptures, Wattles introduces the core principles of the law of attraction, guiding readers on how to control the powers of the universe to generate true, lasting wealth. These secrets were considered so extraordinarily powerful that many believed they should remain hidden from the general public. Preceding legendary success manuals like Charles F. Haanel’s The Master Key System and Napoleon Hill’s Think and Grow Rich, this foundational text is credited with launching the success trajectories of countless millionaires over the past century.

This special edition also includes Wattles' corresponding classic, The Science of Being Great, providing a comprehensive guide to developing the mindset and practices necessary to become a charismatic, influential leader. Together, these works offer an unparalleled blueprint for mastering both internal potential and external prosperity.

Accolades & Legacy

• Inspiration for The Secret: Credited by Rhonda Byrne as the primary inspiration for her global phenomenon The Secret (2006 film and 2007 book). Byrne famously recounted her emotional discovery of the book, stating, "It gave me a glimpse of The Secret. It was like a flame inside of my heart."
• 50 Success Classics: Selected and featured in personal development scholar Tom Butler-Bowdon’s renowned compilation, 50 Success Classics (2004).
• Foundational Text: Recognized as a pioneering work of the New Thought movement, deeply influencing generations of wealth-building literature.

Reader Targeting

• Individuals seeking foundational, historically significant texts on the law of attraction and personal wealth generation.
• Entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals looking to refine their mindset for charismatic leadership and financial abundance.
• Enthusiasts of classic self-help literature, such as Think and Grow Rich and The Secret.

About the Author

Wallace D. Wattles (1860–1911) was an American author and a pioneer of the New Thought movement. Despite experiencing failure and poverty for much of his life, he dedicated himself to studying the religious and philosophical principles of the world, ultimately synthesizing them into his practical, transformative manuals for personal and financial success. His writings remain highly influential in the modern personal development and wealth-building industries.

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