Friendship - Hardcoverby Orison Swett Marden (Author) ""Friendship"" by Orison Swett Marden is a book that explores the value and importance of cultivating meaningful friendships in our lives. Marden stresses the fact that true friendship is a rare and precious gift that should be treasured and nurtured. He discusses the qualities that make a good friend, such as loyalty, honesty, and empathy, and provides practical advice on how to develop and maintain strong friendships.