Some of the wealthiest people the world has ever known have revealed their wealth building secrets in this collection of prosperity books.  Fortunately, your intelligence will not be insulted with shady 'get-rich-quick' schemes, instead you will learn lifelong lessons on how to build lasting and sustainable wealth.

There is literally a wealth of sound financial wisdom available in these great reads. Even though some of the books selected have been around for generations, you will find that the advice is as relevant today as it were millennia ago.  

Begin today to improve you financial situation and reap rewards from your hard work and dedication. 

Books on Wealth Building and Prosperity

The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason
The Richest Man in Babylon is an interesting, entertaining and memorable parable set in what was once one of the richest cities in the world. Included are seven basic principals of wealth building that have proved successful for thousands of years regardless of prevailing economic trends.  It is little wonder that this book is hailed as one of the most inspirational works on the subject of financial planning and personal wealth.  This is a highly recommended read on wealth building.



Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T.  Kiyosaki
If you feel that you are not deserving of financial independence or that money will bring you bad luck, this book will help change your perspective.  Rich Dad Poor Dad reveals two different fatherly perspectives about money when growing up.  This book will help you understand how and why you are conditioned by your family, teachers and friends to think about money.





The Richest Man Who Ever Lived  by Steven K. Scott
Steven Scott, the author of The Richest Man Who Ever Lived studied a chapter of proverbs everyday.  Two years later he was making millions weekly as well as finding happiness in his personal life.  Scott extracts the beneficial wisdom from the sayings of Solomon as well as humbly sharing his experiences in interpreting that information.


 

How To Make One Hell Of A Profit and Still Get In To Heaven by John F. Demartini
How To Make One Hell Of A Profit and Still Get In To Heaven enlightens us on the secrets to managing your own money and creating an endless income.  Demartini states that everyone deserves to be wealthy, everyone deserves anything they want in life, and everyone deserves to work any job they wish.  The book includes interesting exercises to train your subconscious to receive wealth.
 

The Way to Wealth: Ben Franklin on Money and Success by Benjamin Franklin
The Way to Wealth is a quick read, filled with wisdom about attitude to life, money management and work. Benjamin Franklin shows us the way to wealth in a pocket size book which should only take an hour to read. The archaic language is slightly difficult to follow, but it is worthwhile to persist. The way to wealth is a little book filled with select advice on wealth building, however, such valuable advice is not adhered to in today’s consumer driven society.

How to Be Rich by J. Paul Getty
Getty states that being rich is more than a number, it is a state of mind and that 'being rich' is more important than 'getting rich.' Getty suggests that the pursuit of happiness is empty and that the pursuit of purpose is what really matters. In order to pursue that purpose, the author provides to the novice business person with the tools for changing self-limiting beliefs into productive and beneficial ones. The book is a little dated in attitude but a worthwhile read.

Acres of Diamonds by Russell Herman Conwell
Acres of Diamonds depicts a story about a wealthy Indian farmer, who in search for more wealth moves away from his farm, fails and dies penniless, only for the farms successor to find a field of diamonds on his land. The main message is that the seeds of fortune are closer than you might think and that persistence is key. The author advises to find your market, make the best product and provide it to the most amounts of people. A simple read with a simple formula. A short and easy read with an inspirational message on achievement and that everything one may need for success is right in their vicinity.

The Dynamic Laws of Prosperity by Catherine Ponder
An inspiring book by Catherine Ponder, discussing the necessary tools to gain ultimate prosperity in your life. Ponder does not teach on just financial prosperity, but prosperity in relationships, health and all areas of your life.  The book explores the negative associations with wealth and affirms that prosperity is a given right to anyone who seeks it. Ponder’s style is simple to follow, with real life examples of how her guidance worked for others. One of the important messages from Catherine Ponder’s book is the focus on lack, people worry about financial lack, in turn, attracting more financial difficulty into their lives. This how-to book is inspiring and motivating, a great read for those how want to live a life of prosperity.

The Millionaire Mind by Thomas J. Stanley
The Millionaire Mind accounts in great detail the characteristics and values of a number of millionaires and multimillionaires. You will learn how they became so rich as well as gain an understanding of their beliefs and values about wealth. The book also explores how millionaires approach financial risks, how they buy and sell their homes as well as how the run their households.

The Wealth and Poverty of Nations: Why Some Are So Rich and Some So Poor by David S. Landes
The Wealth and Poverty of Nations explores the social, cultural and geographical demographics of both rich and poor countries in an attempt to unearth what influences the wealth and poverty of a nation.  Starting in prehistoric times, the book follows a serious of countries, accounting their means of wealth building. An interesting, simple read until the industrial revolution, at this time, it becomes more complex as the reasons for fluctuations in wealth become more complex. Overall, it is a comprehensive study of world history and the development and success of technology for prosperous nations and the failure to launch for others.