Description Acres of Diamonds is one of those titles that you cannot judge by its size.
His famous Acres of Diamonds speech helped countless individuals to come into the knowledge of the meaning of true wealth and how to attain it without getting sidetracked by selfishness and greed..
He also founded two hospitals in the City of Brotherly Love.
Conwell was also the founder and pastor of Baptist Temple, one of the largest Protestant churches in America during his day and time.
Conwell, the founder of Temple University in Philadelphia, was described by the great John Wanamaker as a student, schoolmaster, lawyer, preacher, organizer, thinker and writer, lecturer, educator, diplomat, and leader of men.
About the Author Russell H.
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The book is simple and full common sense.
Conwell, who served with the Union Army, also mentions his encounter with President Lincoln just before his assassination.
Conwell also discusses his basic philosophy of business and gives several rules, or suggestions, for budding entrepreneurs.
Conwell further suggests that most people are "pygmies of their possible selves," rarely achieving the potential of their innate abilities or local opportunities.
Conwell uses this story to illustrate that success often lies close at hand, if you are willing to open your eyes and mind to opportunity.
However, back home the man who purchased Hafed\'s farm accidentally discovers a huge field of diamonds on Hafed\'s former land.
Years later he dies penniless, having not found diamonds.
Hafed is tempted by the allure of wealth and sells his farm to search the world for diamonds. "Acres of Diamonds" is the story of a successful farmer in India named Al Hafed.
While small, the title is chock full of wisdom for those who aspire to make more of their lives.
Description Acres of Diamonds is one of those titles that you cannot judge by its size
