The Collected Works (eBook)

In 'The Collected Works,' Wallace D. Wattles presents a confluence of writings that delve into the New Thought philosophy, offering readers an extensive exploration of the principles of wealth, health, and personal greatness. Through his pragmatic language and a systematic approach, Wattles' literary style is both didactic and empowering, emphasizing a monistic view of the universe, one deeply influenced by thinkers like Hegel and Emerson. This comprehensive collection includes not only his famed 'The Science of Getting Rich,' which elucidates the principles of attracting wealth through creative thought, but also 'The Science of Being Well' and 'The Science of Being Great,' in addition to other significant works such as 'Hellfire Harrison' and 'The Personal Power Course.' The amalgamation of practical advice and metaphysical reflections within this anthology places Wattles in the historical continuum of American self-help literature and New Thought ideology.

Wallace Delois Wattles, an early-20th-century intellectual, constructed his oeuvre at a time when the New Thought movement was gaining momentum. His personal journey of self-education and his quest for understanding the laws of success and personal improvement is palpable in his writing. Despite his somewhat enigmatic personal history, Wattles' work transcends the man, influencing countless individuals and later works in the self-help genre, including the 2006 phenomenon 'The Secret' by Rhonda Byrne. His lectures and dedication to the improvement of self-specifically through the idea that one can shape their reality through focused intention and constructive thought-arise from a foundation laid by his diverse studies and his engagement with the Chicago New Thought community.

'The Collected Works' of Wallace D. Wattles is recommended for those who seek a comprehensive understanding of New Thought principles and aspire to cultivate a life of wealth, wellness, and personal ascendency. Scholars and practitioners alike will find Wattles' systematic dissection of the creative power of thought to be both seminal and indispensable. Readers will not only engage with his theories but will also be inspired to act on his practical guidance, rendering this collection an invaluable resource for anyone embarked on the lifelong quest for personal development and the laws that govern the attainment of one's desires.