The Secret of the Ages : Kessinger Publishing : 9781169364387 : 1169364381 : 10 Sep 2010 : The Secret of the Ages is a self-help book written by Robert Collier. It was first published in 1926 and has since become a classic in the genre of personal development literature. The book is divided into seven parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the ""secret"" to success and happiness. The first part introduces the concept of the ""Master Mind"" and explains how to tap into the power of the collective subconscious to achieve your goals. The second part discusses the importance of desire and how to cultivate it in order to manifest your dreams. The third part explores the power of faith and belief in achieving success. The fourth part delves into the nature of thought and how to control it in order to create the reality you desire. The fifth part focuses on the importance of imagination and visualization in achieving success. The sixth part discusses the role of action and pers