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Thrift

Samuel Smiles
GENREself-help
LISTENED2
RATING4.8
RELEASED2026

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Author

Samuel Smiles

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Genre

self-help

About this Audiobook

by Samuel Smiles

Thrift by Samuel Smiles is a thought-provoking audiobook that explores the importance of responsible financial management and prudent decision-making. This timeless classic, narrated by various talented readers, offers valuable insights and practical advice on how to cultivate a culture of thriftiness and self-discipline.

At its core, Thrift is a book about personal development and character formation. Smiles argues that the habits of thrift and self-help are essential for achieving success and happiness in life. He identifies various enemies of thrift, including idleness, thoughtlessness, and intemperance, and provides guidance on how to overcome these obstacles and develop a more responsible and virtuous approach to life.

One of the unique aspects of Thrift is its emphasis on the moral and social dimensions of financial decision-making. Smiles encourages readers to think critically about their values and priorities, and to use their resources in ways that promote the greater good. This audiobook is a must-listen for anyone interested in personal finance, self-improvement, and personal development, and is particularly relevant in today's consumerist culture.

The listening experience of Thrift is enhanced by the diverse range of narrators, who bring Smiles' words to life with their engaging and expressive readings. With its uplifting message and practical advice, this audiobook is an excellent choice for anyone looking to improve their financial literacy and develop a more responsible approach to life. Listen to Thrift on Unodio today and discover the power of thriftiness and self-discipline for yourself.

Chapters

01
00 - Preface & Fable
Samuel Smiles
5:58self-help
02
01 - Industry
Samuel Smiles
18:40self-help
03
02 - Habits of Thrift
Samuel Smiles
37:00self-help
04
03 - Improvidence
Samuel Smiles
31:02self-help
05
04 - Means of Saving, Part 1
Samuel Smiles
21:15self-help
06
05 - Means of Saving, Part 2
Samuel Smiles
29:10self-help
07
06 - Examples of Thrift, Part 1
Samuel Smiles
27:06self-help
08
07 - Examples of Thrift, Part 2
Samuel Smiles
26:21self-help
09
08 - Methods of Economy, Part 1
Samuel Smiles
23:48self-help
10
09 - Methods of Economy, Part 2
Samuel Smiles
20:19self-help
11
10 - Economy in Life Assurance
Samuel Smiles
27:49self-help
12
11 - Savings Banks, Part 1
Samuel Smiles
30:07self-help
13
12 - Savings Banks, Part 2
Samuel Smiles
27:48self-help
14
13 - Savings Banks, Part 3
Samuel Smiles
25:57self-help
15
14 - Little Things, Part 1
Samuel Smiles
24:20self-help
16
15 - Little Things, Part 2
Samuel Smiles
20:08self-help
17
16 - Masters and Men, Part 1
Samuel Smiles
28:23self-help
18
17 - Masters and Men, Part 2
Samuel Smiles
26:05self-help
19
18 - The Crossleys - Masters and Men (Continued), Part 1
Samuel Smiles
30:12self-help
20
19 - The Crossleys - Masters and Men (Continued), Part 2
Samuel Smiles
36:16self-help
21
20 - Living Beyond the Means, Part 1
Samuel Smiles
30:05self-help
22
21 - Living Beyond the Means, Part 2
Samuel Smiles
28:59self-help
23
22 - Great Debtors, Part 1
Samuel Smiles
27:19self-help
24
23 - Great Debtors, Part 2
Samuel Smiles
31:31self-help
25
24 - Riches and Charity, Part 1
Samuel Smiles
31:11self-help
26
25 - Riches and Charity, Part 2
Samuel Smiles
33:21self-help
27
26 - Healthy Homes, Part 1
Samuel Smiles
31:19self-help
28
27 - Healthy Homes, Part 2
Samuel Smiles
37:17self-help
29
28 - Healthy Homes, Part 3
Samuel Smiles
32:13self-help
30
29 - The Art of Living, Part 1
Samuel Smiles
27:18self-help
31
30 - The Art of Living, Part 2
Samuel Smiles
22:52self-help

Listener Reviews 201

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Emily W.
Verified Listener
8/1/2026
A Timeless Classic

“I loved listening to Thrift on Unodio. The narrators were excellent and the message is still so relevant today.”

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David K.
Business Owner
7/29/2026
A Must-Listen for Entrepreneurs

“Thrift is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their financial literacy and develop a more responsible approach to business.”

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Sarah K.
Teacher
7/26/2026
A Great Resource for Personal Development

“I highly recommend Thrift to anyone looking to improve their personal development and financial responsibility.”

JD
James D.
Verified Listener
7/23/2026
A Comprehensive Guide to Financial Responsibility

“Thrift is a comprehensive guide to financial responsibility and prudent decision-making. I highly recommend it to my clients.”

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