As a Man Thinketh James Allens most famous book was originally published in 1902. It is now considered a selfhelp classic. Allen believed that man is the mastergardener of his soul and the director of his life. His thoughts profoundly affect his character physical health achievement circumstances and even his destiny. Man must tend the garden of his mind weeding out the bad and pursuing perfection. Although Allen never achieved great fame or wealth his works continue to influence people around