The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason is a classic tale about Babylon a man-made city that drew the attention of its neighbors to question how they managed to make wealth and multiply it for generations.
The tale unfolds with various characters whose knowledge with money can`t be ignored. Akard, who is referred to as the richest man in Babylon carefully and with detail tells of how he has made his wealth, and passed on this knowledge to his son who has borne fruit over and above. Akard`s childhood friends come to inquire from him the secret to his wealth. He willingly shares his secrets but like many of us, some of his childhood friends doubt and believe there is a deeper hidden source to his wealth. A few practice the principles he has passed on to them and grow rich. The king of Babylon also calls upon Akard to share with all the Babylonians the secrets to his wealth thus making Babylon one of the richest cities.
My favorite quote from the book is, `Our prosperity as a nation depends upon the personal financial prosperity of each of us as individuals.” There is no selfishness in that statement and it gives a call to action to all people. Mind about your neighbor`s financial health. It is a lie to think having a few rich people is okay. We all ought to be rich and help others build their financial muscle because the prosperity of our nation depends on each individual`s financial health.
Topics such as seizing opportunities, procrastination, determination, investing, growing your ability and becoming a master in your trade and so much more are intertwined in this classic tale.
The question on everyone`s lips was, `how did the Babylonians do it?” If you care to know the answer, get the book. It has practical lessons that will leave you sober about your finances.
Are you in a financial fix, debt upon debt? I deeply recommend this book.
If you love a good story coupled with life lessons, this book is for you.
Grab yourself a copy now. You just might be the next richest man/woman in your family or Kampala.
I actually didn’t know it was in a story form. It sounds interesting now that i have read your beautifully written review.
Iam so going to read it soon.
Thanks again
It is and you would enjoy it. The story is greatly interrupted by money lessons.hehehe
I liked the book
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I am glad.thank you for reading
Thank you very much for sharing, I learned a lot from your article. Very cool. Thanks. nimabi