It is an informal, friendly, and profound, this little book has inspired thousands since its 1925 publication. Its practical examples show how positive attitudes can make you a "winner" in life. 
 
Self-improvement expert Norman Vincent Peale endorsed it as an essential guide, helping readers to "find prosperity, solve problems, have better health. “Written by an artist and teacher in an easy-to-read style, this volume presents brief, concise instructions. 
 
Author, Florence Scovel Shinn, draws upon Biblical examples giving them a metaphysical interpretation to explain the timeless principles behind her recipe for success. Real-life stories of her many clients illustrate how life can be transformed from difficult challenges to a happy and more fulfilling life.