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Life-changing wisdom never goes out of style! These eight classic works have truly stood the test of time, selling tens of millions of copies and remaining in constant demand. Now The Secrets of Success, a one-of-a-kind anthology of achievement, reveals why they are every bit as inspiring as they were a century ago.

Nightingale-Conant presents four of the greatest success classics: Acres of Diamonds by Russell H. Conwell, The Art of War by Sun Tzu, The Master Key System by Charles F. Haanel, and I Dare You! by William H. Danforth.

The Irish are known the world over as friendly and engaging talkers with a word here and a few words there to each and every soul they meet. Their poets dazzle with talent and verse that few other nations dare compete with. What follows demonstrates why.

Dive into the haunting world of William Clark Russell, a master of maritime tales whose own experiences as a sailor in the British Navy fuel his riveting storytelling. Death Ship stands as a pinnacle of his maritime ghost stories, weaving the legendary tale of the cursed Flying Dutchman‚a ghostly vessel doomed to sail the seas for eternity, bringing chaos to all who encounter it. Meet Geoffrey Fenton, an unfortunate soul who crosses paths with this spectral ship and finds himself ensnared in its eerie grasp. As his harrowing adventure unfolds, Geoffrey faces treacherous storms, ruthless ...

Dive into a captivating collection of short stories filled with intrigue and romance, all set against the backdrop of the vast ocean during the golden age of sea exploration.

William Clark Russell (24 February 1844 - 8 November 1911) was an English writer best known for his nautical novels. At the age of 13 Russell joined the United Kingdom's Merchant Navy, serving for eight years. The hardships of life at sea damaged his health permanently, but provided him with material for a career as a writer. SAVED: We had never yet had the leisure to inspect the stores with which the mutineers had furnished the quarter-boat, and we now found, in spite of their having shifted a lot of provisions out of her into the long-boat before starting in pursuit of us.

William Clark Russell (24 February 1844 - 8 November 1911) was an English writer best known for his nautical novels. At the age of 13 Russell joined the United Kingdom's Merchant Navy, serving for eight years. A GALE OF WIND: At midnight Holdsworth came on deck to relieve the second mate. A man out of the port watch came to the wheel, and stood yawning, scarcely awake. The night was dark, a hazy atmosphere, through which the stars gleamed sparely, and the sea like ebony.

When Joseph Gibson, an oil and colourman from London, faces bankruptcy, he seizes the opportunity to take the bargain lease on Stape Hill near Poole in Dorsetshire. The deal turns out to be less a bargain than a swindle. The farm is worth nowhere near the price paid for it. The grasping owner, a retired lawyer, Arthur Blagden, had charged him more than twice the property's worth. Gibson and his delicate daughter face ruin next Michaelmas day when the next annual rent payment is due.

A treasure chest of the most popular classic crime stories from the 19th century. •The Purloined Letter by Edgar Allan Poe •A Terribly Strange Bed by Wilkie Collins •Murder under the Microscope by William Russell •The Three Strangers by Thomas Hardy •The Murders in the Rue Morgue by Edgar Allan Poe •The Mystery of Marie Roget by Edgar Allan Poe •Mr. Higginbotham’s Catastrophe by Nathaniel Hawthorne

This group of 19th-century American poets was the first to rival their British counterparts in popularity. Gathered around their New England roots, they were also known as the Schoolroom or Household poets and comprised of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, William Cullen Bryant, John Greenleaf Whittier, James Russell Lowell and Olivier Wendell Holmes, Sr. Occasionally Ralph Waldo Emerson was included, although his poetic philosophy differed in some key aspects.

Abandoned is a dramatic maritime adventure following Miss Lucretia Lane, who reluctantly marries Captain Francis Reynolds. When fate forces her onto a journey of shipwreck, love, and redemption, she must navigate survival at sea and the trials of fate. A gripping story of resilience and unexpected twists.

The Last Entry is a thrilling seafaring novel set in 1837. When a wealthy former seaman sets sail for the equator with his daughter and a crew, unexpected tensions and mysteries arise. As danger mounts, betrayal and hidden motives lead to a dramatic and fateful voyage.

Wreck of the Corsaire takes a fresh approach to the classic swashbuckling sea adventure. When a man discovers a mysterious tin box strapped to a bird’s neck, it leads him into a thrilling world of shipwrecks, hidden treasure, and surprisingly polite pirates. With a mix of humor, danger, and intrigue, this novel offers a unique spin on the high-seas adventure genre. If you love pirate tales, treasure hunts, and daring escapades, you’ll want to tune in!

Acres of Diamonds by Russell H. Conwell is an inspiring work that highlights the idea that true wealth, success, and fulfillment can be found close to home, often in the places and opportunities we overlook. Through a series of engaging stories, Conwell emphasizes that individuals possess untapped potential and that prosperity can be achieved by recognizing and capitalizing on the resources within their immediate environment.