'As a Man Thinketh' is a self-help book by James Allen (24 November 1864-24th January 1912). When Allen was just 15 years, there happened a tragedy, his businessman father was robbed and murdered. Due to this, his family suffered huge financial crises. That compelled Allen to do some job so that he could support his family. Allen was highly inspired by the writings of Leo Tolstoy. After that, along with his wife and daughter, he shifted to Devon, England. There he led a simple life and he wrote for 9 years, resulted in 19 works. It was published in 1903. He was a British philosophical writer and poet, known for his inspirational and self-help books. He was one of the most popular writers on spirituality. 'As a Man Thinketh' is an essay and self-help classic book.

'As a Man Thinketh' is an essay and self-help classic book. It narrates how one could make life better by harnessing his thoughts which further cultivates the philosophy and best attitude of a successful person. The author has kept this book very lucid, simple and easy to understand language. The main focus is on giving power to your thoughts and thus making your life powerful. The book narrates how actions matter a lot? How thoughts help you act faster?

So, man is the master of thought, the moulder of character and the maker of destiny. Mind is our master of inner and outer world. Our thoughts are the fountain of our life. Good thought always bring good in your life. Bad thoughts and actions never produce good & positive results. The author has nicely narrated how our mind is like a garden; as good thoughts bear good fruit, bad thoughts always a bad fruit.

This book comprises of author's five works viz. 'As a man thinketh', 'From passion to peace', 'Man: King of mind, body and circumstance', 'Foundation stones to happiness and success' and 'Out from the Heart'. This book is divided into these five sections. Each of the works has a deep impact, One should always go for positive thinking and attitude in life. If we are positive then it will surely make a balance between our thoughts and actions. With this, positive vibes will be there and that will give positive impact on our physical, mental, emotional, and social health. It ultimately helps in making our mind peaceful. Moreover, various steps wise remedies are narrated in such a manner that one can cross all the hurdles and barriers, which are hindering us from achieving success in our life.

This little volume (the result of meditation and experience) is not intended as an exhaustive treatise on the much- written upon subject of the power of thought. It is suggestive rather than explanatory, its object being to stimulate men and women to the discovery and perception of the truth that.