In this timeless and inspiring essay, Elbert Hubbard delivers a powerful message that continues to resonate with readers across generations. A Message to Garcia urges us to embrace the virtues of initiative, personal responsibility, and unwavering dedication. Drawing upon the true story of Lieutenant Andrew S. Rowan's mission during the Spanish-American War, Hubbard emphasizes the importance of taking action and completing tasks without hesitation or excuses.
Through concise prose and thought-provoking anecdotes, Hubbard imparts practical wisdom for both personal and professional spheres. He encourages readers to seize opportunities, demonstrate loyalty, and embody a strong work ethic. With its enduring relevance, this essay has inspired countless individuals to overcome obstacles, embrace their inner resolve, and achieve greatness in their pursuits.
A Message to Garcia has become a classic, celebrated for its motivational power and ability to galvanize readers into action. Translated into numerous languages and adapted into various mediums, its influence has extended far and wide. Whether you seek personal growth, professional success, or simply a dose of inspiration, this timeless essay is a guiding light, reminding of the immeasurable value of taking charge, accepting responsibility, and delivering with unwavering commitment.
Elbert Hubbard penned his classic essay, A Message to Garcia in one hour after a dinnertime discussion with his family. The family's conclusion? The true hero of the Spanish-American war was Captain Rowan, a messenger who braved death by carrying a note behind the lines to Garcia, the leader of the insurgents who was hiding somewhere in Cuba. But where? No matter, Rowan found him and delivered his message Hubbard saw that Rowan's initiative contained lessons for everyone, not just those in the military. Hubbard calls upon readers to be like Rowan, worthy of carrying their own 'message to Garcia.' A Message to Garcia was distributed around the globe by the millions in the 1900s. The fact that it still has currency today is testimony not only to Rowan, but to Hubbard, who saw an opportunity to call attention to an important life principle, and seized it.
A vast collection of more than seven hundred quotations meant to inspire genius, this scrapbook contains favored sayings of the late-nineteenth- and early-twentieth-century essayist Elbert Hubbard.
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Elbert Hubbard penned his classic essay, A Message to Garcia in one hour after a dinnertime discussion with his family. The family's conclusion? The true hero of the Spanish-American war was Captain Rowan, a messenger who braved death by carrying a note behind the lines to Garcia, the leader of the insurgents who was hiding somewhere in Cuba. But where? No matter, Rowan found him and delivered his message Hubbard saw that Rowan's initiative contained lessons for everyone, not just those in the military. Hubbard calls upon readers to be like Rowan, worthy of carrying their own 'message to Garcia.' A Message to Garcia was distributed around the globe by the millions in the 1900s. The fact that it still has currency today is testimony not only to Rowan, but to Hubbard, who saw an opportunity to call attention to an important life principle, and seized it.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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Discover the story of two of the most fascinating figures of the late 19th century, Robert Louis Stevenson and his wife Fanny Osbourne. This biography offers a glimpse into the lives of these literary giants and their lasting impact on the world of art and culture.
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In this engrossing collection, Elbert Hubbard presents lively and accessible biographies of some of the most influential philosophers in history. From Plato to Nietzsche, Hubbard illuminates the lives and ideas of these great thinkers, exploring their contributions to fields such as ethics, metaphysics, and epistemology. With wit and clarity, Great Philosophers offers readers a window into the rich intellectual legacy of the Western world.
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This biography tells the story of John Davey - the Tree Doctor. Davey treated and cared for trees at a time when they were considered expendable. Elbert Hubbard's prose tells of a man with a passion for trees, whose ideas and leadership changed the way the world saw the living giants.
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In this installment of his Little Journeys series, Hubbard takes us on a tour of the life and world of Jane Austen. This charming and insightful book is a great introduction to the life and works of one of the greatest novelists of all time.
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