The Greatest Salesman in the World: Volume 1

Og Mandino

Jan 2011 · The Greatest Salesman in the World Book 1 · Sold by Bantam

About this ebook

“This book was seminal in my life. I wouldn’t be living the life I’m living if it didn’t find me.”—Matthew McConaughey

Ten ancient scrolls reveal priceless wisdom for changing your life in this evergreen classic with more than five million copies in print.

A timeless fable with profoundly modern lessons, The Greatest Salesman in the World is both a road map to salesmanship and a heartfelt tale that redefines the meaning of success.

As a young camel boy in Jerusalem, Hafid dreams of becoming more. Witnessing the great empires of tradesmanship that others have grown, he desires to do the same—to become not only a salesman, but the greatest salesman in the world. Desperate to prove himself, he approaches the best merchant he knows, who sets him an impossible task—a task that takes him on an unforgettable journey involving a red cloak, a barn in Bethlehem, and ten scrolls that will change his life.

Each scroll touches upon perennially valuable lessons: persisting against the odds, mastering emotions, embracing joy, and creating good habits. Through the story of Hafid and his ten scrolls, The Greatest Salesman in the World guides readers through a philosophy for getting the most out of life—starting right now.

Ratings and reviews

This book is a gem. It carries that special essence similar to the one found in "The Richest Man in Babylon" while it has the special feeling of "Jesus The Son of Man" by Khalil Gibran. Such a unique and spectacular book. This book should be read by every human being. My heart melted away with the ending.

Great read. Finished it in 4 hours. There is much to learn from this book that would've helped when I was 20. 30 now of course, but the concepts once learned are spot on and can be applied in sales and life.

This book is great. Describes more of a way of life than actual techniques. But I apply the philosophies Mandino teaches everyday and couldn't be more appreciative of his teachings. Very happy to have read this book and would recommend it to anyone who could use some positive reinforcement.

About the author

Og Mandino is one of the most widely read inspirational and self-help authors in the world. Former president of Success Unlimited magazine, Mandino was the first recipient of the Napoleon Hill Gold Medal Award for literary achievement. Mandino was a member of the Council of Peers Award for Excellence Speaker Hall of Fame and was honored with a Master of Influence Award by the National Speakers Association. Mandino died in 1996, but his books continue to inspire countless thousands all over the world.