{"product_id":"permission-to-dream","title":"Permission to Dream by Chris Gardner","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1oe2i7w\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"41\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"24\"\u003ePermission to Dream\u003c\/em\u003e – Book Summary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"505\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"64\"\u003ePermission to Dream\u003c\/em\u003e is a motivational and inspirational fable that follows author Chris Gardner and his granddaughter on a meaningful journey through Chicago in search of her dream—a harmonica. As they travel, Gardner reflects on his own life struggles, including poverty, loss, and the challenges he overcame to achieve success. The story becomes a powerful exploration of how dreams are formed, lost, and rediscovered, especially when life feels uncertain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eThe book emphasizes the idea that everyone must first “give themselves permission” to dream before they can achieve success. It introduces practical life principles such as identifying your true purpose, building discipline, and developing what Gardner calls the “Rep, Rap, and Rolodex”—meaning reputation, communication skills, and networking. The central message is that success is not only about wealth, but about purpose, persistence, and helping others while pursuing your dreams. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"17spcsk\" data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eThe book is written by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eChris Gardner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, an American entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and philanthropist. He is widely known for his life story depicted in the film \u003cem data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eThe Pursuit of Happyness\u003c\/em\u003e, which shows his journey from homelessness to becoming a successful stockbroker and businessman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003eGardner’s writing and speeches focus on resilience, self-belief, and overcoming adversity. Through \u003cem data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003ePermission to Dream\u003c\/em\u003e, he shares personal experiences and life lessons to inspire readers to take control of their future and turn their aspirations into reality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Refurbished","offer_id":48733290168577,"sku":null,"price":299.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/71babAE-SyS._SY425.jpg?v=1777890314","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/permission-to-dream","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}