This is the Gideon Bible of Hilton hotels.

If you're staying at a Hilton, maybe you'll get "luck" and find this!

The Gideon Bible has a long history and is often placed in hotel rooms as a source of spiritual guidance and inspiration.

For many people, finding a Gideon Bible in their hotel room can be a meaningful and unexpected encounter.

It can offer a moment of reflection and connection to something greater.

Whether you're a believer or simply curious, the presence of the Gideon Bible in a Hilton hotel room adds a unique touch to your stay.

So, the next time you check into a Hilton, keep an eye out for this special item and see if it brings you any "luck" or inspiration.

Who knows what kind of impact it might have on your experience?

The book is not bad but is too short.

It has its own merits and certain qualities that make it interesting. However, one cannot help but feel a sense of disappointment due to its brevity.

The story or the content within the book seems to be just scratching the surface, not delving deep enough into the various aspects.

It leaves the reader longing for more details, more exploration, and a more comprehensive understanding.

Had the book been longer, it could have potentially developed the plot, characters, and ideas more fully, providing a more satisfying reading experience.

Nevertheless, despite its shortcoming in length, it still manages to hold some appeal and may offer some value to the reader.

But overall, it is a pity that it couldn't have been more extensive and in-depth.

I'm not quite halfway through the book yet.

Lately, I've been distracted by other reads, but I'm extremely eager to get back to this one.

I'm thoroughly enjoying it!

Update: Now that I've finished, I can firmly state that I thoroughly enjoyed this book.

It has given me a great deal of respect for the author as a businessman.

However, it's rather unfortunate that the upstanding character traits that he seems to possess didn't appear to be passed down.

Perhaps this is a lesson for all of us about the importance of character and values in both business and life.

Despite this, the book was still a great read and I would highly recommend it to others.

I had rather low expectations of this book. However, to my surprise, it managed to keep me thoroughly interested from start to finish.

It is a near rags-to-riches autobiography that offers a fascinating look into the meager roots of the Hilton corporation. Conrad Hilton, a God-fearing man with a zest for life, had quite the eventful journey. He lived through WWI, endured the Great Depression, went through a divorce, married a celebrity, and had the pleasure of watching his sons follow in his footsteps, all while building what is arguably the best-known hotel chain in the world.

As I was reading, I couldn't help but wonder what Conrad Hilton would think of his great-granddaughter Paris. Would he be proud of her? Or would he be disappointed by her actions and the way she has lived her life? These are just some of the questions that came to my mind as I delved deeper into this captivating autobiography.

I truly had a great affection for this book.

It is filled with a plethora of entertaining stories that vividly depict the arduous struggle and the subsequent achievement of great success.

The tales within its pages are not only engaging but also offer valuable insights into the journey of making it big.

Each story is like a gem, shining with its own unique charm and excitement.

It is indeed a real fun read that can keep you hooked from start to finish.

Whether you are looking for inspiration or simply seeking an enjoyable escape, this book has something to offer.

It is a must-read for anyone who loves stories that are both entertaining and thought-provoking.

So, if you haven't picked up this book yet, I highly recommend that you do so without delay.

You won't be disappointed!

Strange but Cozy Tales of New Mexico Upbringing

The author's upbringing in New Mexico is filled with strange yet cozy tales. We learn about the struggles during the Great Depression, the author's personal ambition, and the motivations that drove him. The pacing and formulation of this account are so well done that one can't help but imagine it was probably ghostwritten back in his time.

It gives off a somewhat'storytelling' vibe, as if the author is sitting by the fire, sharing a key story with us. However, there are not enough details to make it really useful in a practical sense. It's more of a fun autobiography that provides an interesting glimpse into the author's life.

From a hotels perspective, there isn't a lot to learn. But as a 'general life' book, it's a decent read. It offers a bit of entertainment and a chance to step into someone else's shoes for a while. Overall, it's an enjoyable piece that may not change your life, but it will surely pass the time pleasantly.

Green Man has a great history that offers many teachings in life.

He is often associated with nature and fertility, symbolizing the cyclical nature of life and death.

The Green Man can be found in various forms of art and architecture, from ancient Celtic carvings to modern-day sculptures.

His image reminds us of the importance of connecting with the natural world and respecting its power.

In addition, the Green Man can also teach us about growth and transformation.

Just as nature changes with the seasons, we too must be open to change and growth in our own lives.

By embracing the teachings of the Green Man, we can learn to live in harmony with nature and with ourselves.

Overall, the history of the Green Man is a rich and fascinating one that offers valuable lessons for us all.

Whether we encounter his image in a work of art or in the natural world, we can take inspiration from his teachings and use them to improve our lives.

So the next time you see a Green Man, take a moment to reflect on his significance and what he can teach you about life.

I was really hoping to gain an in-depth understanding of the business acumen that contributed to Hilton's remarkable success. Surely, there would be some profound words about innovation, motivation, and business strategy.

However, the book turns out to be more of a relic of its era. It hasn't aged well for a wider readership. The language used is as if one is transported back to the 1950s, and the slang is quite peculiar. (Just as I'm certain things like 'on fleek' will seem strange in 60 years or so.)

Another significant problem I had with this book was its strong religious emphasis. Every challenge that Conrad faced was supposedly overcome through prayer. While some people might find that inspiring, I, on the other hand, do not. I believe that success in business often requires a combination of hard work, intelligence, and adaptability, rather than relying solely on religious faith.

Overall, this book failed to meet my expectations in terms of providing valuable business insights and was somewhat marred by its dated language and excessive religious focus.

Well, when I was a child, I happened to pick up this book at a hotel where I stayed.

During my vacation, I was completely immersed in reading the whole book.

And ever since then, I have carefully kept it on my bookshelf.

This book tells a great story about a man. He started from very humble beginnings, facing many difficulties and challenges along the way.

However, through his unwavering determination, hard work, and shrewd business sense, he managed to achieve great wealth over the course of his life.

The story is not only inspiring but also provides valuable insights into the power of perseverance and the pursuit of success.

It has always been a source of motivation for me, reminding me that no matter where I start, I can achieve great things with effort and dedication.

I am truly grateful to have come across this wonderful book during my childhood.

This is one of the best biographies I have ever read.

Most writers tend to gloss over their formative years and then, on page 10, they describe their first big deal. However, Hilton took a third of the book before he bought his first hotel.

The most informative part of the biography was about his Great Depression years. During that time, he was theoretically bankrupt. But he showed remarkable resilience and managed to become, in his time, the most well-known hotelier in the US.

It makes one wonder why his heirs aren't as resourceful as he was. Perhaps they didn't face the same kind of challenges or maybe they didn't have the same drive and determination.

Regardless, Hilton's story is an inspiring one and serves as a reminder that with hard work and perseverance, anything is possible.

I received this book from the concierge while staying at a Hilton hotel in upstate NY.

It was a pleasant surprise to get such a book in this unexpected place.

If you like Lee Iacocca's book, you'll enjoy this too.

The writing style of this book is very engaging, it reads like an interesting airplane conversation.

You can easily get lost in the story and forget about the time.

I'm really looking forward to finishing this book and writing a full review.

However, I have to admit that sometimes I forget things easily.

So, if I remember, I'll definitely share my thoughts and feelings about this book with you.

But for now, I'm just going to enjoy the reading process and see where this book takes me.

With the enchanting theme song "Be Our Guest" from Beauty and the Beast echoing in my ears, I quickly skimmed through Be My Guest. My expectations were not high, and unfortunately, they were met. My curiosity about this patriarch, who was associated with a group of misbehaving socialites, sex-tape entrepreneurs, and other frivolous descendants, had its limits.

Amid the Horatio-Algeresque narrative of a young man with great ambitions, I suddenly realized I was reading about Hilton's failed marriage to Zsa Zsa Gabor. So, I went back to discover how this fateful event had occurred. Apparently, it happened without Hilton's active participation.

"I theenk I am going to marry you," Zsa Zsa said to Conrad Hilton at a fancy dinner party, where the divorcée and the divorcé met for the first time. Four months later, it became a reality. "It is difficult to figure out now how I... wound up before a judge... entering into a civil marriage ceremony..." Hilton recalled a little over a decade later. He attributed it to being an incurable romantic, which surely sounds much better than "horny toad."

Sadly, Hilton could no longer receive Roman Catholic communion (as he was devout). Also, Zsa Zsa's excessive spending shocked Conrad, who discovered that "beauty can be a full-time affair." Every morning, for two hours, Zsa Zsa would apply creams and try on brooches, scarves, and perfumes. "At twelve o'clock, Beauty took itself off to an elegant luncheon club, which was, I suppose, its proper setting. It then shopped until around three and returned to settle once more before the dressing table." Divorce soon followed.

Hilton doesn't even mention his daughter with Gabor, Constance Francesca. I had to learn about her from Wikipedia. "At the time of her death [at age 67], Hilton had been homeless and living out of her car for some time," it states.

Nor does he mention his son Eric much, like another world-famous hotelier. When Hilton separated from his first wife Mary, she took the youngest, Eric, to live with her, while Conrad took Nick and Barron.

Conrad's son Nick married Elizabeth Taylor, whose photograph he had fallen in love with. He pestered her Hollywood studio until she finally agreed to a date. But the marriage was doomed: again, Beauty is not something that can be successfully married.

If Elizabeth had been just a shade less beautiful --
If she had been a counter girl at Macy's instead of a movie star --