Power Through Constructive Thinking by Emmet Fox
Power Through Constructive Thinking by Emmet Fox
Published by Harper & Brothers, New York and London | Copyright 1932–1940
Harper & Brothers Publishing used a code of “K-B” on the copyright page which dates this printing to November 1952.
A bright, early Harper edition of Power Through Constructive Thinking by Emmet Fox (1886–1951) — one of the most influential spiritual teachers connected to the early members of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Following the success of The Sermon on the Mount (1934), Fox gathered in this volume his most widely read essays and sermons, presenting a practical theology of thought, prayer, and action that resonated with the pioneering members of A.A. as well as members today! His simple yet profound message — that right thinking aligned with divine principles can transform one’s life — early A.A. members heard him preach at New York’s Riverside Church and would read his works.
Among the pieces collected here are “The Golden Key,” “The Seven Day Mental Diet,” and “Be Still” — writings that became spiritual exercises for countless seekers of recovery and renewal.
Contents include:
The Wonder Child · The Lord’s Prayer · The Good Shepherd · Be Still · The Golden Key · Getting Results by Prayer · The Yoga of Love · The Seven Day Mental Diet · Reincarnation · Sowing and Reaping, and others.
Condition:
Very good in its original dust jacket, which remains bright with minor edge wear and rubbing. Blue cloth boards are clean and sturdy with minimal fading; gilt spine lettering clear. Pages are clean with light toning from age; front endpaper bears a small pencil notation. Tight and square binding. A handsome, well-preserved copy of one of Fox’s cornerstone works.
Historical Context:
Emmet Fox’s teachings were widely read among the earliest members of Alcoholics Anonymous. His message of inner transformation through constructive thought, prayer, and surrender to a Higher Power mirrored and reinforced the emerging A.A. principles of spiritual awakening and daily renewal. Power Through Constructive Thinking stands as a key text linking New Thought spirituality to the recovery movement’s formative years.
