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  • The Richest Man in Babylon

  • By: George S Clason
  • Narrated by: Jeffrey Ito
  • Length: 3 hrs and 57 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (21 ratings)

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The Richest Man in Babylon

By: George S Clason
Narrated by: Jeffrey Ito
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Beloved by millions, this timeless classic holds the key to all you desire and everything you wish to accomplish. This is the book that reveals the secret to personal wealth. Countless listeners have been helped by the famous “Babylonian parables,” hailed as the greatest of all inspirational works on the subject of thrift, financial planning, and personal wealth. In language as simple as that found in the Bible, these fascinating and informative stories set you on a sure path to prosperity and its accompanying joys.

Acclaimed as a modern-day classic, this celebrated bestseller offers an understanding of — and a solution to — your personal financial problems that will guide you through a lifetime. This is the book that holds the secrets to keeping your money — and making more. The Richest Man in Babylon: Listen to it and recommend it to loved ones—and get on the road to riches.

George S. Clason was born in Louisiana, Missouri, on November 7, 1874. He attended the University of Nebraska and served in the United States Army during the Spanish- American War. Beginning a long career in publishing, he founded the Clason Map Company of Denver, Colorado, and published the first road atlas of the United States and Canada. In 1926, he issued the first of a famous series of pamphlets on thrift and financial success, using parables set in ancient Babylon to make each of his points. These were distributed in large quantities by banks and insurance companies and became familiar to millions, the most famous being "The Richest Man in Babylon," the parable from which the present volume takes its title.

©2024 George S. Clason (P)2024 George S. Clason
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So many good financial principles!

I like how this book used parables to teach its financial principles. Most books just speak so plainly about that facts that it becomes boring and starts to put me to sleep. I found this book to be engaging because of the way the information was presented.

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On of the Richest Books on Finance!

Wisdom-packed book with a practical guide to wealth. Speaks volumes about the relevance of financial principles and wisdom. It allows you the capacity to change your life if you adhere to them. Without a doubt, one of the richest books on finance!

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Wisdom!

The book is full of wisdom but this audiobook version for me is a bit lacklustre. I don't think the narration does it justice, sorry to say. For me, the narrator would do better with something requiring a soft and friendly voice, where this book would do better with a more concise, clear voice. Just saying it as I hear it. I think the audio set-up needed to be better.

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Timeless Lessons for Financial Success

The Richest Man in Babylon is a great audiobook with simple, powerful stories about saving and managing money. The lessons are easy to follow and can help anyone improve their finances. I enjoyed how the author used ancient parables to teach modern financial wisdom. A must-listen if you want to learn how to grow your wealth!

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This will get you on the road to riches

This book has been incredibly helpful in shifting my perspective when it comes to achieving financial freedom. You cannot start anything, especially something as important as your financial future without a solid foundation. THIS is your solid foundation. Get the book, you won't regret it.

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Timeless Parables For Wealth

George S. Clason's classic work still shines today. Each of the lessons taught are as valuable today as they ever were such as, "The secret to becoming wealthy is living below your means to save up money, and investing part of it in a way that generates interest for you." This title will remain in my essential classics collection. Highly recommended!

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Powerful lessons

As someone who enjoys books on personal finance and self-improvement, The Richest Man in Babylon stands out as a timeless classic that delivers simple yet powerful lessons on wealth-building. The book’s use of ancient Babylonian parables is unique, making the financial principles feel both accessible and ageless.

The stories, written in straightforward language, cover essential topics such as saving, investing, and managing money wisely. What I found particularly compelling is how these principles, though centuries old, are still highly relevant today. The message is clear: anyone, regardless of their financial background, can achieve prosperity by following these simple, proven steps.

One aspect I appreciated is the practicality of the advice. Clason doesn’t promise quick riches but emphasizes discipline, consistency, and smart money management. The parables, like "The Richest Man in Babylon," effectively illustrate how even small, consistent actions can lead to significant financial results over time.

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What a classic !

this is a classic for beginners and experienced people who want to have the basics on money and finance management.
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timeless masterpiece

These stories, narrated in a straightforward manner, are accessible to readers of all backgrounds, making financial concepts easy to grasp and apply.

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A Timeless Guide to Financial Wisdom

I recently finished The Richest Man in Babylon, and it’s such a gem! The financial lessons are shared through simple, engaging parables set in ancient Babylon, but the advice is totally relevant today. It's all about saving, budgeting, and making your money work for you. What I loved most is how easy it is to understand—no complicated jargon, just timeless wisdom. I’d recommend this to anyone wanting to improve their financial habits, no matter where they are on their money journey!

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