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1. Nelson says

   Great author; great book. Perfect for those who have started to forget how wonderful romance can be, especially with someone who is able to provide for and appreciate the finer things in life. Ms. Spangler reminded me that life doesn’t have to be hard if you make intelligent choices that reflect your true values and desires. A great gift for those who want to start over – this time from a dignified and confident position.

   November 5, 2009, 1:17 am
2. Jehning says

   If you’ve forgotten how to behave this book helps make you remember how to act and how to treat your self I loved it.

   November 5, 2009, 1:41 pm
3. Ingram says

   I found this book to be more “lofty and philosophical” than practical hands on advice, such as, “Sometimes if you join a chartiy you can meet people with common interests. The more you socialize with these people the more comfortable you will be in those settings” as opposed to other books which say, “go to charity events. If you can’t afford the ticket go to the pre or post party or volunteer for the charity to get on the guest list.” Also, the constant reference to prince and princess got a little annoying as did the typos. This book is FILLED with typing and grammatical errors. It actually makes me have little respect for the publisher who let this go to print. That said, there are some gems of wisdom on the pages of this book and if you suffer from a lack of self confidence or feel deep down you don’t deserve to be treated and spoiled by someone else’s money, this is the book for you. I regard this book more as a self help book to gain confidence than a meet a rich man book.

   November 6, 2009, 1:30 am
4. Taynton says

   This book is okay. I would use the information and go to dating sites where you can find wealthy men like [...]. That would take you somewhere if you want to marry a successful guy Lol

   November 6, 2009, 1:24 pm
5. Lean says

   If you don’t belive me check Schopenhauer’s works. The point is that if a woman is happy a man is happy. Not the other way around. And that is natural that a man is provider – during the perioud or pregnancy and when kids are small a woman needs a lot of support. And we did’t move far from that. TO rise a kid it takes 18 (?) years… I am just fond of the woman who went against “what other would say” and eventually said what the truth is… Luxury? No, it is not about luxury… It is about feeling secure… Some people just need more to feel secure … Besides, a diamond better shines if in the frame of platinum…

   November 7, 2009, 1:22 am
6. Varing says

   This is the best book on entrepreneurship I’ve ever read. It’s not a self help book, not a financial management book, not a startup guide. It’s just an raw, honest examination on the kind of drive and temperament you need to be a great entrepreneur. If you ever thought about being an entrepreneur or are curious about entrepreneurship, you MUST read this book.

   November 7, 2009, 2:00 pm
7. Ehrlich says

   I usually don’t read “how to get rich” books, or buy into the game theorists, who only have an academic point of view, but Felix Dennis is already rich and gnarly, and truly believable.

   He does ramble on a bit, get caught up in tangents, but I think he is a fun writer all the same. He would prefer to write poetry rather than top the corporate empire, and personally I think that makes a man out of a monster.

   November 8, 2009, 1:48 am
8. Umfress says

   I found this an unpleasant read at the best of times but once I discovered I was a) too old to get rich without enlisting the services of a much younger partner and b) too impoverished to even fall into the category of ” comfortably poor” I found this book unpick-up-able. This book is the closest I have ever come to repeating my experience as a six year old eating calf’s foot jelly. Over forty years later I still keep a respectful distance, due to the repulsion of the olfactory memory. But only too aware that for some it is an acquired taste and a delicacy. Dennis is definitely the reading equivalent of calf’s foot jelly in my estimation, sharp, sour with a bitter unforgetable aftertaste.

   November 8, 2009, 1:58 pm
9. Northrop says

   it is a very good book about the adventure of getting rich, its inspiring and also practical.

   November 9, 2009, 2:06 am
10. Rubenstein says

    Mr Dennis’ most important point is that fear of falling in the eyes of the world is the single biggest impediment to amassing wealth. You have to grow a mental armour that protects you against the snickering, mockery, and envy of others who do not want you to succeed. Even friends and family may actually be pleased if you don’t succeed. Thus, only pursue money Dennis warns, if you have an inner need to do so-you must commit. In another words, you must overcome fear. As W Goethe wrote: “the moment one commits, Providence moves also”. In his chapter, “The Fallacy of the Great Idea”, Dennis made the point that ideas cannot be patented. They are worthless unless they are implemented well and profitably. Finally, Dennis made the point that if you really want to be rich, you must own something, preferably your own company and preferably 100% and you must think big.

    November 9, 2009, 1:15 pm
11. Sholtus says

    A quick sarcastic read. There were some funny bits, but I couldn’t help but wonder if cranking out this kind of humor was really worth $9.99. If the author really wanted to “not get rich” he should donate his proceeds to charity.

    November 10, 2009, 1:58 am
12. Terrones says

    I have heard amazing stories about this author, who also wrote “Rats” and “A Whale Hunt” and “The Meadowlands.” Once, it is said, as a protest against the SEC, he lay all afternoon on the couch of a friend and counted to twenty-four thousand by ones in a snarling voice. Anyway, this book is of course a very funny satire of how-to-get-rich books, and an eloquent warning against the ultimate metaphysical emptiness of the peculiarly American yearning for massive wealth. But it’s also, à la Thoreau’s Walden but far less preachy, a material and spiritual self-help book, an old-fashioned philosophical treatise on the good life. It made me feel pretty okay about certain important life decisions I’ve made that have had nothing at all to do with making money. Then I looked at my credit card bill.

    November 10, 2009, 1:43 pm
13. Valenzuela says

    This book is engaging and easy-to-understand. I found the information helpful in liberating me from my busy, go-go lifestyle. The message of the book is simply to relax your resistance to life. Stop trying to push against the river of life – and just flow with ease…

    Definitely worth a read; but make sure when you read the book – that you find a nice quiet corner (free of distractions) – where you can focus your attention and slowly digest the nuggets of wisdom this book has to offer.

    Thank you and I hope you ENJOY!!

    November 11, 2009, 2:04 am
14. Hirsch says

    If you want to live the life of slack of your dreams like me, this book is a good starting point. Learn how not to make money, not have ambition (except to be a slacker), and how to not impress people! It seemed like a pretty good book, but I lacked the motivation to finish it. Sigh….

    November 11, 2009, 1:19 pm
15. Huber says

    My wife recently gave me Sullivan’s “Rats” as a birthday present. (No, she doesn’t think I’m a rodent–at least I don’t think she does–but she knows I’m interested in books about cities.) I loved “Rats”–a truly great read–and ran out to get Sullivan’s “Meadowlands.” Another great book! Sullivan is learned AND funny–a pretty rare combination, and “How Not To Get Rich” is equal parts wise and hilarious. This is one brilliant writer. His bio says he’s also an editor at VOGUE magazine. Go figure. Any how, I think this guy has a Pulitzer Prize in his future.

    November 12, 2009, 1:35 am
16. Nordstrand says

    How to Get Rich When You Ain’t Got Nothing is a how-to manage your finances guide for African Americans. This guide is to show them how to get out of debt, invest, and literally save them selves into the “rich” house.

    African Americans are labeled consumers rather than investors or the like. Mr. Miller first asks his readers to decide what “rich” is to them. Once that is decided he then begins the discussion of spending habits and shows how historically African Americans have been victims of discriminatory practices and wasteful spending. Swiftly he moves the reader into a basic plan for finances, dealing with income issues, finding a job, entrepreneurial advice, the hidden enemy and many more ideas toward financial wealth. This book also includes a sixty-four-page appendix with everything from addresses for State Directors of Adult Education to Regional Securities and Exchange Commission Offices.

    Melvin B. Miller has written a book designed to change your thinking about money. It is all laid out simply and has little personal antidotes in order to point out practicality and make it relatable. I believe that this book is an ideal start for someone who wants to gain control of their financial future without being overwhelmed with technical jargon and intimidating information.

    Kotanya
    APOOO BookClub

    November 12, 2009, 1:52 pm
17. Tapia says

    Although there was an abundance of very good resources in the appendices, I thought the book was more appropriate for a child managing their weekly allowance. Only someone who is just entering the professional world could appreciate Chapter 7, Finding A Job, which I found insulting. I was looking for the hows and whys of gaining and building wealth, not a contrast and comparision between African/European American wealth. It’s time to stop perpetuating the disparity of wealth, (which is a fact) and get to the how to obtain wealth, no matter your race or ethnicity. If you want to learn the hows and whys of obtaining wealth, I recommend “The New Rules of Money,” by Ric Edelman. I think this Harvard/Columbia graduated brother is out of touch. Maybe this is his attempt to give back to the community he would sooner visit on a map than in person. (o.k. that’s harsh, but necessary!)

    November 13, 2009, 1:38 am
18. Rapin says

    I love everything about this book, from the title to the way it’s laid out on the page. This a step by step primer explaining the mysteries of money and saving, and the all important step: investing. It is an excellent resource and should be in every home and school–especially the schools.

    November 13, 2009, 1:40 pm
19. O'Bryan says

    Trump has created wealth for himself and his family twice. I say twice because he was almost bankrupt in the 1990s. While this book is not a step-by-step instructional manual on how to get rich, it is more about how Trump did it, how he thinks, what motivates him, and his personal stories. Not everyone has to follow the exact same path, but it helps to read how he’s done it. Trump, just like Warren Buffett, stresses the importance of public speaking. Not very many people can do it, so if you master it, you will stand out. While this is not his best book, you probably will find it enjoyable.

    - Mariusz Skonieczny, author of Why Are We So Clueless about the Stock Market? Learn how to invest your money, how to pick stocks, and how to make money in the stock market

    November 14, 2009, 1:59 am

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