Acres of Diamonds: Our Every-day Opportunities by Russell H. Conwell
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"Acres of Diamonds: Our Every-day Opportunities" by Russell H. Conwell is a motivational and inspirational treatise written during the late 19th century. The book explores the concept that individuals possess untapped potential within their immediate environments and often overlook the opportunities for success present in their own lives. Conwell, a prominent orator known for his compelling lectures, shares stories of real individuals who failed to recognize the wealth of opportunities right at
their doorstep, motivating readers to seek and exploit similar prospects in their lives. The opening of the book sets the stage for this exploration through a narrative involving Ali Hafed, a wealthy farmer who, after hearing stories about diamonds, sells his farm to search for riches elsewhere. Ultimately, he dies in despair, while his farm becomes the site of a diamond mine. This allegory serves to illustrate the central message: that individuals often miss the value of what they already possess. Through various anecdotes, Conwell encourages readers to embrace their own possibilities and emphasizes the importance of recognizing the wealth of opportunities inherent in their surroundings and endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Conwell, Russell H., 1843-1925 |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Shackleton, Robert, 1860-1923 |
| Title | Acres of Diamonds: Our Every-day Opportunities |
| Contents | An appreciation -- Acres of diamonds -- His life and achievements -- Fifty years on the lecture platform. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Keller and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion |
| Subject | Success |
| Subject | Temple University |
| Subject | Conwell, Russell H., 1843-1925 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 368 |
| Release Date | Jun 29, 2008 |
| Last Update | Feb 26, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1892 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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