Books
The published works
These books reflect early-20th-century ideas about the mind and character. Read them as historical thought, not modern science.
- 1919Psychology
Human Analysis
Elsie Lincoln Benedict
An early work on reading character.
- 1920Psychology
Practical Psychology
Elsie Lincoln Benedict
Psychology written for everyday readers.
- 1921PsychologyPublic domain
How to Analyze People on Sight: The Five Human Types
Elsie Lincoln Benedict with Ralph Benedict
Her bestseller, describing five human types.
- 1922Psychology
Unlocking the Subconscious
Elsie Lincoln Benedict with Ralph Benedict
Her account of the subconscious mind.
- 1923Self-development
How to Get Anything You Want
Elsie Lincoln Benedict with Ralph Benedict
Practical guidance on goals and personal effort.
- 1925Self-development
Scientific Mind Training
Elsie Lincoln Benedict with Ralph Benedict
Exercises for attention, memory, and habits of thought.
- 1926TravelTravel memoir
Our Trip Around the World
Elsie Lincoln Benedict
Travel memoir from journeys through 55+ countries.
- 1928Self-developmentCourse source
Brainology: Understanding, Developing and Training Your Brain
Elsie Lincoln Benedict with Ralph Benedict
Elsie's last major self-development work, and the starting point for the new course.
- Self-developmentFamily edition
Benedictines
Elsie Lincoln Benedict
A collection of Elsie’s quotes and epigrams, republished by her family.
Historical record Read original works in historical context. Linked family editions are supplied by Heather’s team.