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This is one of the earliest books that explained the power of thought and positive affirmations. Summary Of The Book Using the metaphor of the mythical city of El Dorado, a place full of treasures that enables everyone to have whatever they wish for, the author explains the power of the human mind. El Dorado is equated with the mind, and it too has the power to grant wishes, provided the person knows how to use it. The author was a journalist for many years, covering the crime beat and the church section for a big newspaper. In the course of his work, he met many people of varied beliefs and also read many books on philosophy and religion. Through all these experiences, he discovered a thread that united all religions, one that conveyed the power of belief, the power of the mind. He decided to use this power in his own life. During the First World War, Bristol was a soldier who never had enough money. He decided that once he got back to civilian life, he would become wealthy. He made this a definite decision in his mind. When he got back, he got a good job, but he still kept picturing a wealthy and comfortable future. He cultivated a practice of doodling three dollar symbols together on pieces of paper, and in similar ways, kept reinforcing in his mind the idea that he would get rich. Eventually he did go on to become a successful businessman and investment banker. When he realized that most people did not know about the power of the mind to convert their desires into reality, he decided to write a book on it and share his experiences and the techniques needed to cultivate the habit of positive reinforcement. The book was originally published decades ago, but its concepts are still as relevant as when the book was first published. About The Authors Claude M. Bristol was an investment banker, a lawyer, a journalist, and a self-help expert. Other books by Bristol include TNT: It Rocks the Earth, TNT: The Power Within You, and The Magic of Believing for Young People. All his book are about helping people use the power of the mind to create their own destiny. Claude M. Bristol was a journalist for several years, working for a big city newspaper. He discovered the philosophy of mind power during the course of his work, as he met several people of many sects, and read many books on religion and philosophy. After serving in the army during the First World War, he decided to use this power to create a wealthy future for himself. He succeeded and later shared his philosophy with a wide audience through his many books. Nido R. Qubein is the chairman of the North Carolina based consulting firm, Creative Services Inc. Other books by Qubein are Stairway to Success, How to Be a Great Communicator: In Person, on Paper, and on the Podium, and Communicate Like a Pro. His books are about self-development and interpersonal communication. Nido R. Qubein is a professional speaker, a recipient of the prestigious Cavett Award for speakers. He serves on a number of corporate and university boards including the Southern National Corporation, National Speakers Association, and the Bryan School of Business.