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The Richest Man in Babylon

George S. Clason

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The Richest Man in Babylon

Written byGeorge S. Clason

Simple money lessons told as parables set in ancient Babylon. Nearly a century old, its basic advice about saving and spending still holds up.

  • Published1926
  • GenrePersonal finance
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  1. 01Pay yourself first

    Keep part of everything you earn for yourself before spending the rest.

  2. 02Control your spending

    Don't let expenses grow just because income does.

  3. 03Make money work

    Put your savings to work so they earn more over time.

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