Orison Swett Marden 
The Victorious Attitude (Annotated) 

• This edition includes the following editor’s introduction: Orison Swett Marden’s philosophy and literary style

Originally published in 1916, “The Victorious Attitude” is an inspirational book by American author Orison Swett Marden that offers powerful insights on how to acquire and maintain the victorious attitude that is necessary for accomplishment in all areas of life. Controlling our mind and our thoughts is the key to success. We must remember that we all must undergo challenges and obstacles on our path. The difference between emerging victorious and strong, or defeated and weak, is in our attitudes, which determine how we deal with them. The Universe reacts to our mentality, and triumphant expressions make great impressions upon what is delivered to us.



Progress in life depends upon a victorious idea of it; therefore, it is of utmost importance to cultivate mental forcefulness. The mind itself colours the personality and can be altered to align with victory and desired results.