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Along with historical narrative, hear rare recordings of some of the most iconic people in history, including Robert Browning, Kenneth Landfrey, Florence Nightingale, Sir Henry Morton Stanley, PT Barnum, Sir Arthur Sullivan, Edwin Booth, General Nelson Miles, William Jennings Bryan and Garret A. Hobart. Recording obtained and published by Rick Sheridan.

"In the United States, where we have more land than people, it is not at all difficult for persons in good health to make money. In this comparatively new field there are so many avenues of success open, so many vocations which are not crowded, that any person of either sex who is willing, at least for the time being, to engage in any respectable occupation that offers, may find lucrative employment."

Phineas T. Barnum considered himself primarily a showman, but his main goal was to put money in his own pocket. Award-winning narrator Mike Vendetti reads The Art of Money Getting, subtitled Golden Rules for Making Money, for you. It has a great deal of common sense about how to make money and, more importantly, how to keep it once you've made it. A little dated, but it remains one of the best self-help books ever written.

P. T. Barnum's lecture, "The Art of Money-Getting", extolls his virtues for success in business. He warns people to not believe in false economy. The simplest pattern for success, he says, is to spend less than we make.

Coloro che desiderano veramente ottenere l'indipendenza economica, dovranno soltanto trovare la determinazione per farlo, e adottare i giusti mezzi, proprio come fanno nel rispetto di qualsiasi altro obiettivo che desiderano raggiungere, e la cosa potrà essere facilmente raggiunta.

Discover P. T. Barnum’s timeless advice on ambition, discipline, thrift, and practical success in The Art of Money Getting; Or, Golden Rules for Making Money. This classic guide offers clear, memorable lessons on building wealth, avoiding common financial mistakes, and developing the habits...

Dive into the captivating autobiography of P.T. Barnum, the visionary behind the Greatest Show on Earth, as he recounts his remarkable journey up until 1872. More than just a showman and museum operator, Barnum was also an antislavery advocate, a Connecticut state legislator, and the Mayor of Bridgeport. In this 1873 edition, he shares his candid insights on his career, the art of making money, and the pressing social issues of his time, offering a unique perspective on the life of one of Americas most intriguing figures. - Summary by DrPGould

Join P. T. Barnum as he unravels the most captivating humbugs of our time in his signature entertaining style. From dubious medical practices and cunning quacks to the mysteries of ghosts, witchcraft, and religious charlatans, Barnum takes you on a thrilling ride through money manias, adventurous tales, and personal anecdotes that will leave you both amused and astounded. (Summary by Barry Eads)

"The Art of Money Getting" by P.T. Barnum is a classic guide that offers timeless wisdom on achieving financial success and personal wealth. Drawing from his extensive experience as a showman and businessman, Barnum shares practical advice and valuable principles that emphasize honesty, integrity, and hard work. Published in 1880, the book covers various aspects of business and personal conduct, providing insights into the importance of frugality, wise investment, and resource management.

Are you ready to master money? One of the richest and most famous men in the world, P.T. Barnum wrote, "Money is in some respects like fire; it is a very excellent servant but a terrible master." This book contains his twenty golden rules for making money and living well.

The subject of earning and spending money never comes easy to people. Some struggle for years and still are not able to reach even half of what they expected to earn, while for some it becomes an effortless task. In this book, author P.T. Barnum explains the nuances of the concept of money and...

P. T. Barnum, the great American showman of the 19th century, wrote this short book about making and keeping money. He certainly had life experiences that qualify him for the subject--he started a small newspaper in his twenties, bought and transformed a museum into a showplace for curiosities, built a circus empire that gave performances in America and Europe, promoted a performing tour of a singer, fell into debt in the 1850s and pulled himself out by lecture tours, was a mayor, and founded a hospital.

In "The Art of Money Getting," P.T. Barnum, one of the most famous showmen and entrepreneurs of the 19th century, shares his timeless wisdom on achieving financial success. Known for his extraordinary business acumen and flair for entertainment, Barnum distills his principles and strategies for making money into practical, down-to-earth advice that remains relevant today.