Listen up, folks! So, here's the deal. The Napoleon Hill Foundation has been flooded with requests from all kinds of people, all clamoring for one thing: the OG, unfiltered version of Napoleon Hill's legendary masterpiece, Think and Grow Rich. Now, to appease these eager fans, the Foundation decided to reproduce none other than Napoleon Hill's very own personal copy of the first edition, printed back in March of 1937. And let me tell you, this thing is no ordinary book - it's got a special note on it that says "not to be loaned," signed by none other than Annie Lou Hill herself, Dr. Hill's beloved wife.
Now, how did I come into possession of this precious gem, you ask? Well, let me introduce you to Dr. Charles W. Johnson, Chairman of the Napoleon Hill Foundation and, get this, Napoleon Hill's own nephew! Dr. Johnson, who owes his medical education to his dear uncle, lovingly bestowed upon me this cherished copy. He refers to Napoleon Hill as "Uncle Nap" - how cute is that? And let me tell you, every chance he gets, Dr. J proudly proclaims, "Uncle Nap would be proud of the Foundation today."
But that's not all, my friends. The original 1937 manuscript wasn't just the product of Napoleon Hill's brilliant mind alone. Uh-uh. His wife played a crucial role, too, helping him write and edit the book. And as if that wasn't impressive enough, years later, Dr. Hill himself edited the darn thing all over again. In fact, the Foundation possesses a precious 1958 edition, personally edited by Hill. And guess what? Despite the tweaks, Napoleon Hill believed that these revisions only enhanced the book's value. He jotted down his thoughts in his own handwriting - talk about a personal touch! And let me tell you, that 1960 edited edition has gone on to sell over a whopping 100 million copies, officially crowning it as the most widely read self-help book in the history of humanity. Woah!
But hold your horses, because the story doesn't end there. Even after Dr. Hill's demise in 1970, Think and Grow Rich continues to fly off the shelves. It's selling like hotcakes, people! And guess what? There's a brand-new, authoritative recording of this timeless classic available. And wait for it - it's authorized by none other than the Napoleon Hill Foundation itself! So, when you purchase this audio edition, not only will you get to immerse yourself in the wisdom of Dr. Hill, but you'll also be supporting this nonprofit Foundation. And guess what? The Foundation is all about the Golden Rule - treat others the way you want to be treated. So, they're super grateful to all you wonderful folks who choose to only buy Napoleon Hill authorized books. You can easily spot these legit materials by the unmistakable Foundation Logo and, of course, that all-important Napoleon Hill copyright notice tucked away inside.
So, what are you waiting for? Dive into the magic of Think and Grow Rich. It's a game-changer, a life-altering experience, and it's all thanks to the incredible Napoleon Hill and the unwavering support of the Napoleon Hill Foundation.