The Present - by Spencer Johnson (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER - A simple yet profound fable about the challenges we face in times of unprecedented change, and how to emerge more successful both professionally and personally--from the bestselling author of Who Moved My Cheese?

This edition includes a new introduction by the author

"Many of the people I have observed could have been even happier and more successful, in their careers and their lives, had they been given the gift of The Present."--Norman Augustine, former chairman and CEO, Lockheed Martin Corporation; former under secretary of the U.S. Army

Good things happen to those who open The Present, because:
- It's the one thing that doesn't change in changing times.
- It will help you be more productive and more prosperous.
- It will make you feel happier and more successful in everything you do.

This life-changing book tells the engaging story of a young man's journey to adulthood and his tireless search for The Present, a mysterious and elusive gift he first hears about from a wise old man.

As the young boy becomes a man, he grows disillusioned with his work and his life. So he returns to ask the old man to help him find The Present. The old man responds, "Only you have the power to find The Present for yourself." Heeding the old man's advice, the young man embarks on a worldwide search for this magical gift that holds the secret to personal happiness and lifelong success.

It is only after the young man has searched high and low and all but given up his relentless pursuit that he discovers The Present--and all of the promises it offers.

Review Quotes

"Many of the people I have observed could have been even happier and more successful, in their careers and their lives, had they been given the gift of The Present."--Norman Augustine, Former Chairman and CEO, Lockheed Martin Corporation; Former Under Secretary of the U.S. Army

About the Author

Spencer Johnson, M.D., is one of the most respected and beloved authors in the world. He has helped millions of readers discover how to use simple, profound truths that lead to less stress and more success at work and at home.
Inspiring and entertaining people with his insightful stories that speak directly to the heart and soul, he is often referred to as the best there is at taking complex subjects and presenting simple solutions that work.

Dr. Johnson is the author or co-author of many New York Times bestsellers, including three #1 titles: Who Moved My Cheese?: An A-Mazing Way to Deal with Change In Your Work and Life; The One Minute Manager(R), the world's most popular management method, co-authored with Kenneth Blanchard; and The Present: The Gift That Makes Your Work And Life Better Each Day!

After graduating with a B.A. in psychology from the University of Southern California, Dr. Johnson received his M.D. degree from the Royal College of Surgeons, and completed medical clerkships at the Mayo Clinic and the Harvard Medical School.

He served as Director of Communications for Medtronic, the inventors of cardiac pacemakers; Research Physician at The Institute for Inter-Disciplinary Studies; Consultant to The Center for Study of the Person; and most recently Leadership Fellow at the Harvard Business School.

His work has captured the attention of major media, including the BBC, CNN, Fortune,
New York Times, Reader's Digest, Today show, Time magazine, and USA Today.

Over thirty million copies of Dr. Johnson's books are available in more than forty languages.