?The world steps aside for the man who knows where he is going.? A pioneer of the self-help movement, James Allen is best known as an inspirational writer. The essence of his works lies in the teachings of various religions and in the preaching of world’s greatest philosophers. Allen’s widely acclaimed book, As a Man Thinketh, foregrounds the power of thought, ?the man is literally what he thinks?. The Path of Prosperity highlights the necessity of self-realization as it is the only way to achieve success and prosperity in life. Simplified for better understanding of the readers, the book tactfully presents some core mantras that would help transform our dreams into realities.