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blondierocket's review against another edition
4.0
This was our next book club pick at work. This book was a great example of how history can teach us valuable lessons – particularly about money. It is full of financial advice that, while ancient, still applies in relative terms to any era. Told through short parables and stories about Babylon, Clason covers the seven different cures, the five laws of gold, and more.
Sometimes it’s hard to find important pieces that stick with you when reading a book of this sort, but I found myself wanting to put into practice much of what Clason presented. I am always on the search as to how to better save money for the future, and while there are easy ways now and people who can tell you exactly what to do – this gives you step by step guidelines to help yourself.
It was a short and quick read, very easy to understand and informative.
Sometimes it’s hard to find important pieces that stick with you when reading a book of this sort, but I found myself wanting to put into practice much of what Clason presented. I am always on the search as to how to better save money for the future, and while there are easy ways now and people who can tell you exactly what to do – this gives you step by step guidelines to help yourself.
It was a short and quick read, very easy to understand and informative.
terras's review against another edition
4.0
Generally timeless principles of saving, the mindset of personal finance, and investing. Dated language but enjoyable read. Would recommend
lslaz's review against another edition
4.0
Although with anachronic style, George unveils basic but crucial concepts about personal finance.
The story is.. cute? Reminds me of The Alchemist.
It also gives you a more intimate idea about what Babylon was (in case you're illiterate like me and don't already know)
The story is.. cute? Reminds me of The Alchemist.
It also gives you a more intimate idea about what Babylon was (in case you're illiterate like me and don't already know)
helinaik's review against another edition
5.0
This book was so easy to read and understand. It has very helpful steps to follow if you want to save money and build wealth. Must read!
devanshmaurya's review against another edition
4.0
A book with good lessons on how to accumulate wealth told by stories of various men in Babylon who became rich by following some good habits which are stated throughout the book.
The lessons in the book are good but may feel repetitive at times as most of the stories of how men became rich follows similar course. Also, the English used in conversations when different people of Babylon talk with each other, which by the way happens in majority of the book, is kind of archaic which makes it a bit difficult to read if someone is not accustomed to such vocabulary and grammar.
Overall it can be said that the book is a good starter towards learning on personal finance and how to manage your wealth in a wise manner. As the lessons are provided in the form of stories, they can be easy to follow and remember in the long term. The book has relatively fewer pages which makes for a good quick read. Thanks!
The lessons in the book are good but may feel repetitive at times as most of the stories of how men became rich follows similar course. Also, the English used in conversations when different people of Babylon talk with each other, which by the way happens in majority of the book, is kind of archaic which makes it a bit difficult to read if someone is not accustomed to such vocabulary and grammar.
Overall it can be said that the book is a good starter towards learning on personal finance and how to manage your wealth in a wise manner. As the lessons are provided in the form of stories, they can be easy to follow and remember in the long term. The book has relatively fewer pages which makes for a good quick read. Thanks!
ninabina's review against another edition
4.0
The ideas of living below your means, saving and investing wisely are not unique to this book, but they’re important to reiterate nonetheless.
I liked that the lessons were told in the form of fables rather than just listing out steps. It takes longer, but is generally more memorable and engaging.
I liked that the lessons were told in the form of fables rather than just listing out steps. It takes longer, but is generally more memorable and engaging.