How They Succeeded

How They Succeeded: Life Stories of Successful Men Told by Themselves is an inspiring book by American author Orison Swett Marden, first published in 1901. In this captivating work, Marden presents a collection of firsthand interviews with accomplished titans from various fields—industry, innovation, academia, literature, and music. Despite the title, it's worth noting that there are also stories of successful women within these pages.

Marden's inspiration for this book traces back to an early self-help work by the Scottish author Samuel Smiles, which he discovered in an attic. Driven by a desire for self-improvement, Marden pursued education relentlessly. He graduated from Boston University in 1871, later earning an M.D. from Harvard in 1881 and an LL.B. degree in 1882.

Within these pages, readers encounter remarkable life narratives.
How They Succeeded offers timeless wisdom, revealing the paths taken by these remarkable individuals. Whether you seek practical advice or inspiration, Marden's compilation remains a beacon for those striving toward success.
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