James Allen | |
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Born | Leicester, Leicestershire, England | 28 November 1864
Died | 24 January 1912 Ilfracombe, Devon, England | (aged 47)
Occupation | Author |
Language | English |
Nationality | British |
Genre | Non-fiction |
Subject | Philosophy, self-help |
Literary movement | New Thought |
Years active | 1901–1912 |
Notable works | As a Man Thinketh |
Spouse | Lily Louisa Oram |
Children | Nora Allen |
James Allen (28 November 1864 – 24 January 1912) was a British philosophical writer known for his inspirational books and poetry and as a pioneer of the self-help movement. His best known work, As a Man Thinketh, has been mass-produced since its publication in 1902. It has been a source of inspiration to motivational and self-help authors.