There must be thousands, so where to start?
the Davinci package includes this book (maybe because the copyright lapsed?)
But 75 out of 89 reviews gave this book five stars!
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114 of 120 people found the following review helpful:
This Book will change your Life!, August 4, 1999
By Laura Zane Aveton (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews
I have read many self development books yet it was this book that made me finally understand how simple it really is. There are distinct Laws of the Universe that when acknowledged and applied correctly will bring you everything that is yours by Divine Right.
As a society in general, we have been led to believe that life is much more difficult than it really is. Success in all areas of your Life is not hard to attain at all-- that is of course, if you know the game and how to play it!
Read this book and change the way you look at yourself and more importantly how you look at every situation. Remember-it's not the situation- it's how you look at the situation that shapes your destiny.
I can not stress enough the positive impact that you will see happen in your life and the people's lives around you when you read this book and apply the principles and affirmations. You will begin to see all your dreams start to come true right before your eyes and you'll find yourself saying, "I can't believe it was that simple..."
I thank K. Orlich for recommending this book to me...and I thank Amazon.com for always having it in stock. Read this simple book--and more importantly--apply what you have learned and you will truly change your life.
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Unfailing Absolute Truth in the Universal Laws of Life, April 11, 2004
By Barbara Rose (BornToInspire.com) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Game of Life (Paperback)
Florence Scovel Shinn brings a true and divine book to humanity in order to rise above all negativity and embrace our true heritage as divine beings.
This wonderful gem of a book covers the law of prosperity, the power of the word, the law of nonresistance, the laws of karma and forgiveness, impressing the subconscious mind, love, intuition and your inner guidance, your divine self expression and denials and affirmations. The beautiful and beneficial teachings quote the words of Jesus Christ many times, explaining their meaning and application in your life. This is an important book to refer back to whenever you are in doubt, as well as if you are trying to figure out how to move forward on your path with the ease, prosperity, and divine purpose you have.
Highly recommended for its unfailing Divine Truth.
Barbara Rose, author of "Stop Being the String Along: A Relationship Guide to Being THE ONE" and 'If God Was Like Man'
Editor of inspire! magazine
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58 of 64 people found the following review helpful:
The Game of Life and How To Play It, January 16, 2000
By Patti Ahrens (Washington State) - See all my reviews
This book was given to my family as a gift eighteen years ago. I have personally given it as a gift more times than I can count over the years. I now work as a Psychic Counselor and talk to people over the world. I recommend this book to all of my clients. The thank-you's that each bring back to me when people read this book tells me that more people are working to make this world a brighter place. The wholesomeness of looking at the world through Florence Scovill Shinn's eyes mirrors a wonderful world of positiveness that we all should follow. In my daily life she has been a constant reminder that what we say think and do, reflects in every area of our life. I had hoped someday to tell more people about this book thanks to amazon I can. My suggestion is read and re-read Florences' book you will learn something new about yourself every time you do. Thank-you to the publishers who continue printing her book and Amazon continues the sales Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
Wise and Way Ahead of Her Time..., September 3, 2006
By MommaMotorBiker (Texas) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Prosperity Classic) (Paperback)
Though not a large book, this is a very worthwhile read and easily digested in bites. So if you only have small bits of time to sit and read, you won't get lost with this one.
In rebuttal of previous negative reviews, part of my background and education is a degree in Theology, and further studies into world religions and ancient texts. As someone who understands extensive biblical study - and I mean cross referencing original greek, aramaic and hebrew texts, as well as many, many authors and researchers works, writing theses and all the other such efforts required in such education and credentials, I still find this book compelling.
It was not the easiest read for me initially as Florence speaks in terms of things that I had never, at the time, really heard much of before. It was a new kind of thinking for me. The only reason why I was reading the book was because an 80+ year old lady recommended it to me and asked me to.
I found myself challenged in thought/perception, moral philosophy and interpretation by a book written in 1925! And unlike anything I had read up until that time. There were times I was very frustrated by what I read. Yet, in the end, I not only could not argue with her assertions and interpretations, I found truth and peace in them. The experience catalytically changed my perspective, opened my world and even improved my life in doing so. Today, there is no other book in my collection (of multiple bookcases of various sources) with more permanently housed bookmarks and notations. I could not now recommend a book more highly than this one for self-improvement. It is very positively written with hope and love. Remember that the creation of reality begins with the foundation of thought. Florence teaches according to this principle and touches on elements that can also be found in science and quantum physics, another study I highly recommend.
If you're reading this because you're at a point of seeking in your life, it's a pretty unassuming, economical little book and well worth the return.
For those who have the eyes and ears.... Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:
read this book and have everything you want, July 30, 2000
By A Customer
I came acroos this book by accident, I bought it with several others and it stayed on by bookshelf for a long time, a time in which I was miserable and just didn't see any way out. Then one day I ran across it, I began reading it in bed, figuring I would be through it that night since it was less than 100 pages. Boy was I wrong. I began repeating the passages and it was like a burden was lifted off of my shoulders, I cried like I was finally free of all of the negative things in my life and that I was finaly going to get everything I wanted, even if it was not mine by devine right. This book will enlighten you and show you that everything that you want may just make you miserable and you'll regret it if you don't ask for things that really belong to you. How did this book change my life? After being single for a long time and dating all the wrong men, I met the man who was mine by divine right. I studied this book nightly before we met, I was even dating a Doctor and then I met my husband and knew that he was the one. And the wierd part was he had just moved from Cocoa Beach Florida, and I lived near Chicago, and we met in the middle of winter. He told me he quit his job and moved up here because he knew there was a reason. The reason was to find me. So when I concentrate and know that I can have it all, it comes true with amazing accuracy. It's true, life is a game and you need this "game manual" to show you how it's played. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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33 of 35 people found the following review helpful:
A "How-to" Manual to the Power of Belief, April 5, 2004
By A Customer
This book is powerful. I have used it's principles for manifesting many good things for me and my family...."under grace in perfect ways."
This book may be pigeon-holed as a new age book. I am a Christian and found that it it aligns well with the teachings of Christ. And would think that it would be useful to most of the pupils of the many flavors of spirituality.
Reading this book will change your life. It has been a comfort and source of inspiration to me.
Best wishes to all~!
Chicago
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
Fantastic, May 24, 2004
By Master of Light Chick "Master of Light Chick" (Westport, CT) - See all my reviews
This is one of my favorite books! I keep buying copies to give away to friends. It is short and to the point about leading a positive life and wishing others well. It amazes me that it was written in the 20's as it is a timeless classic. If everyone read this and followed the simple principles in this book, we'd live happier lives and be kinder to one another. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
The Game of Life and How to Play It, January 30, 2001
By A Customer
This was an AWESOME book! From the first line in the first chapter I was hooked and knew that this book was going to tell me what I needed to know...or rather, be reminded of! It made me re-think my whole way of THINKING about myself and my life. And the fact that the basis of the book is completely spiritual and how to apply spiritual teachings to your every day life, made me like it even more. I read this book in one day and have now picked it up again for a second time just so that I can reinforce my way of thinking now. Ms. Shinn tells you in a 'matter of fact' way that life is a game that you CAN win if you play correctly...and to play correctly, you must use your spiritual teachings to do so. Anyone who is spiritual-minded will enjoy and get a lot from this book. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
a spiritual guide for living, October 31, 1999
By lujira (New York) - See all my reviews
I have used this book for over 20 years to help me ride out the challenges in my life. Every time something comes up and I am at a loss I turn to the words Florence Scovel Shinn so eloquently gave us. It is a small but powerful book that keeps one grounded in the spiritual laws of success. Many have written on the topic but none so succinctly and powerfully as she has. This book will enrich your life and guide you to all your heart desires. It teaches you how to get in touch with the spiritual force inside of you. It gives you rules for living. The most important thing I've learned is "you control the situation when you control yourself." Shinn teaches you that you bring into your life all you have be it good or not so good. She reminds you it's not what happens but how you react to it that makes a difference. What I like the most is she tells you things with very few words. Sometimes it's hard to grasp what she means but eventually it comes and you feel empowered. An example was "an intellectual knowledge of the truth does not make it so." It took the longest time to understand that one line but one day I felt something from my soul or heart and not my mind and then I knew really knew what she meant. If you want to get your life on track and you want to move forward get this book and apply the principles she gives. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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29 of 33 people found the following review helpful:
DELIGHTFUL MANUAL FOR HAPPINESS, December 5, 2000
By Pieter "Toypom" (Johannesburg) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Prosperity Classic) (Paperback)
I am constantly delighted by the elegance and grace with which the early and mid-20th century metaphysicians conveyed the eternal truths. People like Ralph Waldo Trine, Katherine Ponder, Raymond Charles Barker, Joseph Murphy and Frederick Bailes are still the best choice to read if you are serious about improving your life. And judging by this wonderful little book., Florence Scovel-Shinn takes pride of place amongst them. With a great economy of words, she makes her point and in simple language explains the benefits of right thinking and how to solve problems. The text is strewn with jewels in the form of uplifting statements and memorable affirmations. Amongst other topics, the laws of prosperity, nonresistance, karma and forgiveness are presented in a fresh way, with clear instructions on how to impress the subconscious. She covers everything that is really important in a book that one can read in a day. Of course, I recommend regular reading of this wonderful manual for living a life of joy.
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AWESOME, INSPIRING, MUST READ!, September 11, 2005
By Faith - See all my reviews
I just got this book and HAD to write a review on it so more people would read it. Florence Scovel-Shinn is an awesome writer who has written the most inspiring book I have yet to read and I read all the time multiple books in a week. This little book is small and a quick read but never has so much wonderful, informative, inspiring information been written in a book. I would have paid a million bucks for this wonderful little book. The wisdom, knowledge and useful information contained in this book is beyond belief. I always have a highlighter pen with me to highlight words, sentences and paragraphs that I find I want to refer back to and find easily when I am reading any book. Well this book is 75% highlighted due to there being so many wonderful and helpful hints and tips for everyone and every minute of every day. Ms. Scovel-Shinn really has her life together and knows the important things in life and has so lovingly, caringly and unselfishly given this information to the rest of us so that we can be as balanced, happy, loving and free to receive God's gifts in our lives as she obviously has. In my opinion, Ms. Scovel-Shinn is a gift to me in my life and God bless her for her work and may she continue to write and I will continue to gladly read her books and enjoy the experience she provides and enjoy the new and wonderful and freeing life I have aquired through her book with my Heavenly Father. Ms. Scovel-Shinn shows you the way to be happy and loving and to have great things happen in your life and to find the rich and satisfying relationship with God that everyone, and especially me, needs and wants. YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK! I totally believe you will not be disappointed. Thank you Ms. Scovel-Shinn, you are a true God send to me at a time in my life when I needed it the most. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
Change of Thinking, September 15, 2005
By Joann Boisvert (Port Charlotte) - See all my reviews
This book brought me out of my depression . I wish I had found it earlier. I couldn't get rid of my depression after hurricane Charley and felt I never would, but this book changed the way I think and put me on the right track to recovery. It is no less than wonderful. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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A perfect gift to share with loved ones, December 3, 2001
By Doc Molina "Doc Molina" (Ma, United States) - See all my reviews
I read the "game of life" during a period of great personal and spiritual reflection. Shinn was able to capture in 95 short pages, what others have taken volumes to say. What I found most impressive was her ability to bridge metaphysical with christian philosophies. This is in my estimation is a very sophisticated skill. Obviously ahead of her time, she was able to master this over 75 years ago. After reading only the first ten pages, I had consciously decided to gift a copy of this little gem to each of my closest friends and loved ones for christmnas. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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18 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
The GREATEST Metaphysical Book Ever Writen, October 13, 2003
By David Hanson (University Place, WA United States) - See all my reviews
My grandmother was a wise old woman who forgot more about metaphysics than most smart metaphysicians ever know. In 1982 she sat me down and made me read Florence Shinn. It was part of my metaphysical and spiritual education. She was a professional astrologer and made it her business to see that I was well versed in the metaphysical and spiritual. She had read Ms. Shinn years before and thought it was the best book on metaphysics that there was. After all these years, I have to agree. I have given this book to others more than any other. I must have given over one hundred copies of the GAME OF LIFE away. The reason I can to leave this review is that I was shopping for yet ANOTHER COPY of it to give to someone I know who desperately needs its marvelous message. BUY THIS BOOK! If you have any mind at all, you will start reading and NOT put it down until you are done. I GUARANTEE that you will love it as much as all those who have received its wonderful wisdom. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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I now see the Divine Spirit in everyone I meet, February 1, 2001
By Deborah Berry (Burnham, Me United States) - See all my reviews
This book truly opened a door for me, a door that looks out on to a wonderful world. I have read the book three times and feel my spirit soaring higher each time.I read alot, but "The Game of Life and how to play it" , has truly changed my life. I highly recommend that everyone read it!!! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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Prepare yourself for a real treasure, January 1, 2000
By "pageh" (CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Prosperity Classic) (Paperback)
Get ready for a dynamic, powerful look at holding that vision (19) and wondrous miracles (37). I created a database on her splendid topics dealing with: courage (24), destiny (9), Kingdom (10), intuition (11), preparation (17), gossip (25), dominion (26), faith (72), demonstration (81) and thinking (31). Florence Scovel Shinn is one of America's most cherished inspirational authors. Born in 1925, she lectured to thousands at the Unity Truth Center and New York's Steinway Hall. She opens her marvelous book with the statement, "Most people consider life a battle, but it is not a battle, it is a game." This beloved book is full of inspirational material and has been treasured by many for years. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
Superb, September 3, 2006
By Tanisha Gardner - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Prosperity Classic) (Paperback)
I read this book in two days and already it has changed my life. It is inspiring and gives you hope to know that we all have the power within to make changes in our life through God and Our Savior The Lord Jesus Christ. If you apply these principal you are sure to see swift changes in your life I am about to buy every book that she has written because I hunger for more knowledge. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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Its The Way Of Florence, May 7, 2004
By Tauros "sachu_anchan" (Mumbai) - See all my reviews
Wow ! Wow ! Wow !
Thats All I Can Say About This Book.It is Written In Such a Manner That You Will Finish It In One Sitting.
I Loved The Chapter On Love.Drops Of Tears Rolled Down My Face When I Was reading It.It Changed My Way Of Looking At Love.
May God Bless Florence. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
simply divine, December 13, 1999
By elaine gallagher (Auckland, New Zealand) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Prosperity Classic) (Paperback)
I found this book in the local library...and as a regular reader of personal development books this is an absolute must. I have read it, re-read it, and will read it again. The process of change is gentle, gentle, with no hard work, no burdens, just a quiet persistence that comes from finally comprehending what it is to have faith that you have Infinite Spirit as your main resource, and to believe in one's true destiny...Magnificence. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
Practical Modern spirituality, November 18, 2000
By A Customer
I've read many spiritual books, and this is the one I find most helpful in daily life. In fact, I've started a web site largely for people interested in practicing the precepts of this book: westspirit.com.
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I just learned how to LIVE !!!, May 11, 1999
By valentinec@commchange.org (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Prosperity Classic) (Paperback)
Although, I have not completely finished reading this book,I have to attest that it is the most inspirational book I have had the pleasure to read. I have been going through some of the most difficult times of my life. I had lost focus and perspective. I have looked to everyone and anything to find the answers to my questions.
This book has taught me the power of faith...in myself. That I ultimately have the all the answers I ever need. I simply have to close my eyes and take the utlimate leap....I have the power to make things happen, both good and bad ( although by reading this book you will learn that bad, rather negativity is only a concept of weakness.
But I say too much....
READ THE BOOK....IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE !!!!!
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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
Book which gives one true self actualization & purpose., January 16, 1998
By jafeldman@icnt.net (Los Angeles, California, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Game of Life (Paperback)
The words on these pages (chosen with such attention to clarity) are pearls of wisdom shared so clearly and purposefully as to wholly expose many of the mysteries of life. Belief is at the heart of this text and it's messenger is the power of the spoken word. I read this book many years ago and it's practices as fantasy-like as they may appear, hold truths and secrets to fulfilling all your hopes and dreams while still making you a better person everyday for those same reasons. I have tested it's praticality in the "real world" and it has passed every time! Enjoy it for what it reveals to you, and don't look too deep, for all answers are revealed in their own time. Just follow the advice and believe. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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GREAT WAY TO VERBALISE YOUR AFFIRMATIONS, July 7, 2000
By A Customer
This review is from: Game of Life (Audio Cassette)
The tape is wonderful for helping to verbalise Florence Scovel Shinn's affirmations, that are so life enhancing and simple. I used to play this tape at night, or in the car, to help maintain positive thoughts. Like her books, the tape has a very uplifting, empowering feel without being too pushy in the religious sense. I can't recommend it highly enough Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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Life Changes, August 26, 2007
By E. Bentley "Avid reader" (Grandview, MO) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life (Hay House Classics) (Hardcover)
Dear Gentlepeople:
This book is similiar to The Secret. It offers profound information and guides to help you create a better life for yourself. It helps you to realize your dreams. Expertly written, it offers great examples of how the mind works and the power of the spoken word. I would recommend this book as a must read for all college students.
Respectfully,
Earline A. Bentley Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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Excellent Book!, December 21, 2000
By Dale Yoshida (Kahuku, HI USA (www.taxreliefteam.com)) - See all my reviews
This book is an excellent book to read if you are serious about seeing lasting positive results in life. The book is a very easy read that will provoke you to think and examine your life. I highly encourage and recommend to those who want to make a difference and get back to the basics in life to read this book to everyone! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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The Game of Life and How to Play It, April 25, 2000
By A Customer
I love this book. The ideas in it can change your life. I've already begun to teach my 3 year old that words are very powerful. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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True power lies in thought and feeling, not in externals., September 8, 1999
By A Customer
The wisdom of the ages, the truth of every religion is put forth in this book in a manner that is easy to understand, immediately usable and totally convincing. The content is similar to that of many books put out by Unity church or Science of mind. However, Ms. Shinn's gift lies not just in her knowledge of spiritual law, but in her simplicity of expression and presentation of wonderfully supportive examples drawn from the lives of those she has served. This book is a classic which I will return to again and again as I practice right thinking and seek divine guidance. I will continue to give this book as a gift to those I hold dear. Ms. Shinn makes it clear that manifesting your good is your divine right and your mission. I highly recommend this book as a blessing to those who wish to fulfill their divine assignment. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
The Game of Life and How to Play It- Florence Scovel Shinn, December 25, 1997
By RAUL DASILVA (Hamden, CT USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Prosperity Classic) (Paperback)
A classic book which will never be out of print. The spiritual seeker runs across this title, reads it, hears the bells but the verity in these pages is so stunning and the intellect so overriding that it is easy to dismiss as wishful thinking. Only after much effort and time, perhaps years of spiritual practice, does it all come to us in absolute clarity. Then we go back to THE GAME OF LIFE and nod to Ms. Shinn, with profound gratitude but with no small amount of regret that it took us so many years to grasp these immutable truths. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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A Constant Companion, July 3, 2008
By Omo Misha "a creative institution" (New York, NY) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Mass Market Paperback)
"The Game of Life" has been a constant companion for all of my adult life. I have endured many changes in packaging - some of them better than others. One of the first tattered copies I owned had no cover at all, pages yellowing and torn, but Florence's message still shone bright. I cannot count how many of these books I have purchased and given away. I have given them to curious strangers on the subway, and even to sour friends whom I knew would never read them. But, I know that "The Game of Life" has its own mysterious way of finding its way into appreciative hands - in just the same way that it found me, over twenty years ago. I have never read or owned another book so honest, inspiring, and concise. This is the type of book that you can open up on any page, on any given day, and receive just the perfect message. I can only hope that my book has a mere glimmer of its magic. Florence Scovel Shinn has influenced much of my thinking, and informed the basis for my own writing. I wish I could have met her and I owe her many thanks! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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You will read and re-read this classic, March 8, 2007
By S. Sain-mourterot "Love, LaRat" (Atlanta, GA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life (Hay House Classics) (Hardcover)
If you are looking for a spiritual guidance system this book has it no matter what your beliefs
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Excellent., October 14, 1999
By Marita Graves (halo@atlantic.net) - See all my reviews
Over the last dozen years, I have bought and given away over 100 copies of this book and have found that those who applied these simple principles....reported miracles! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
The Greatest $6.00 Investment you will ever Make!, January 14, 2008
By Angela "Angela" (Oxford, MA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Paperback)
This book is so powerful, yet so simple to understand and read. The chapters are short; so I read a chapter a day to keep me motivated, thinking positively and expecting great things to happen to me. It is thin enough to keep in my purse, so I can pull it out if I have a few minutes while waiting for something/one. It really has changed my life. I keep copies (Amazon makes this so easy) to give to people as gifts and the feedback from them has always been positive; they start passing it on.
FYI to publisher - I prefer the original cover and layout of the book over the existing one. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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The Game of Life and How to Play it., July 9, 2002
By "missamyiam" (Oregon, USA) - See all my reviews
I recieved this somewhat religious, inspirational and instructional book when I was a teen and while it took me over a year to read it the first time, I have read it many times since. This very short book evokes very deep thought,in my opinion, and mostly refers to the consequences and rewards to ways of thinking. I believe this book is a very inspirational, guide to living great. I believe that this book could be enjoyed by many diverse people and may be particulary usefull for those seeking guidance to living positively. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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It Will Change Your Life, September 27, 2002
By "pinkydivine" (Charleston, SC USA) - See all my reviews
The word "profound" may intimidate some into thinking that this book is full of complex theological concepts, but don't be fooled. The book is written in such a way that comprehension is automatic and I promise that if you apply the principles written in its pages--even if you're a little unsure at first--it WILL change your life in a dramatically positive way. Discover the blessings that are already yours. And buy TWO copies--you'll want to share it with everyone you know Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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The Game of Life and How to Play It, January 14, 2003
By "markbrockmann" (Wake Forest, NC United States) - See all my reviews
I find it amazing that so many readers benefited from this book (I guess I should clarify that I listened to the audio cassette). I was very disappointted on how everything in this book relates to spirituallity. The answer to everything was to just 'believe' or 'pray'. I come from the real world. You can't just wish your way to what you want. You need to work at it. Unfortunately this book gives no tangible tools to help you 'Play the Game of Life'. If you are logical, scientific, and down to earth, you will not like this book. It was very difficult to listen through the whole thing (just 65 minutes). Even from a spiritual stand point, I do not agree with Florence's focus on pursing wealth and worldly things through Jesus. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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PLEASE READ THIS REVIEW, July 25, 2008
By Stephen Dando "Artfulskux" (Palmerston North, New Zealand) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Mass Market Paperback)
Amazing. Stunning. So sensational. So true. Such a lttle book.
Yes, The Game of Life and How to Play It is all these things, but the latter is probably the most important and indeed the most intriguing. How can so much wisdom about ultimately getting anything you want in life, be squeezed into a book with under 90 pages? I'm not quite sure, but it definately works to its advantage. Because of this, I was able to easily read it in one sitting and have the opportunity to easily do so again and again and again. And I plan to. It was that good.
So to the book itself. When I was searching for self-help books, I came across this one, and, the title was the first I thought about. I came to the conclusion that it was a book that taught you about general life skills. IT GOES BEYOND THAT.
Florence Scovel Shinn explains that disease, lack, misfortune, unhappiness, financial difficulties - all the things we dread in life, are because of subtle suggestions impressed upon the subconscious mind in every day life. But changing these habits is easier than anyone could ever imagine. By simply saying aloud every morning when you wake and at night before you sleep that you believe (or have faith) that you are easily going to achieve the things you want to and trust the god within (your superconscious) to give you a definate lead (a hunch that will lead you to what you want). She explains how big a role karma plays in getting what you want and the importance of receiving things aswell as giving things to others. She also advises you act as though you've already got what you want in order for your subconscious to believe you are capable of getting it.
Although these techniques aren't anything new, Shinn's way of writing makes it interesting and the fact that the length of it doesn't even reach the 100 page mark, means you won't have any excuse for not getting time to read it!
So what makes it so successful? For me it was the fact that these techniques were so effective, yet she didn't go into much detail - she kept it simple by, literally every two pages, giving incredible real life examples relating to the wonders she talks of throughout the book.
So please don't listen to me any more, I won't go on. Get your hands on this book, read it with interest and curiosity, and then hopefully you'll experience true wonder, awe, and amazement towards the thought that you can achieve and even get, anything you want in life.
Thanks.
Other related books to read:
The Power of you're Subcoscious Mind
The Power of Now Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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An incredibly wise book on the right approach to life, June 26, 2008
By H. Friedman "soulhealing" (Berkeley, CA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Paperback)
When I first came across this book, I looked at it with derision. The original version had a white cover with garish orange print. When I asked the bookstore owner, with a bit of skepticism, "what the heck is this book?" She replied, "I don't know. It's been sitting on the counter for ages, give me a dollar and you can have it." So, on a lark, I bought it.
Boy did I learn not to judge a book by its cover!
It is still mind-boggling to me, 30 years later, that a woman in 1927 could write such a transcendental, high book.
It taught me about right attitude towards money, life, manifesting what I want and need, and letting go.
It helped me to break free of the chains of anxious thoughts that filled my days, and gave me a taste of what great peace and understanding felt like.
To this day, I am grateful for how it changed my life.
This is one of the highest books I've ever read, and I'm still in awe at the level of her awareness.
Many of my friends and clients have read this book, and found it incredibly valuable, too.
A priceless book. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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Wisdom about winning the game of life from 1925, March 10, 2008
By Kara D. Lane "Author, Wake Up to Powerful Living" (Carmel, IN USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Mass Market Paperback)
The late Florence Shinn originally wrote this book in 1925 to help people win the game of life. She was a metaphysician and lecturer who helped people solve their problems.
In this short book, she explains the spiritual laws of life, including covering the topics of:
- The law of prosperity
- The power of the word
- The law of nonresistance
- The law of karma and forgiveness
- How to impress the subconscious
- And the power of love
She also offers specific, short affirmations on prosperity, health, guidance, work and love. For instance, for work she offers, "I have a perfect work in a perfect way; I give a perfect service for perfect pay."
With frequent references to the Bible, like "Ask, and it shall be given you, seek, and ye shall find, knock, and it shall be opened unto you," she explains how to live a life of health, wealth, love and perfect self-expression in a way that is pleasing to God.
I highly recommend this book! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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duplication, October 26, 2007
By Donna L. Rau - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Game of Life (Hay House Classics) (Hardcover)
The book has some of the same good advice that I have read in others..however, the second part of the book was not an interpretation but the exact book rewritten with "her" instead of him. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
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This book is fabulous, September 28, 1999
By A Customer
This review is from: The Game of Life and How to Play It (Prosperity Classic) (Paperback)
I was first introduced to this book about 15 or 20 years ago.I have an old zerox copy and wasn't aware that it was in print again.This book is so exciting that a friend of mine mentioned looking into having it republished. I just happpened to put the authors name into the amazon.com search and was pleasantly surprised! I am ordering all of this authors other books for myself and for several friends as presents. You won't be disappointed by this magically uplifting book.
