The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari

by Robin Sharma · 1996

The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari is a modern fable about Julian Mantle, a high‑achieving lawyer whose near‑fatal heart attack forces him to sell his prized Ferrari and embark on a spiritual odyssey in the Himalayas. There he meets a community of sages who teach him seven timeless lessons on purpose, discipline, joy, and the true value of time. Presented as a self‑help narrative, the book blends philosophy, spirituality, and practical personal‑development advice, showing readers how to transform stress into fulfillment, cultivate inner peace, and live a life of passion, purpose, and peace. Since its 1996 debut, the story has sold over four million copies in fifty‑one languages and remains a bestseller in the self‑improvement genre.