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This is history from the inside out. What did Americans say
about the great events in their own lifetimes? This book is a
grassroots look at the country, as real people tell the story of
America in their own voices. Quotations from more than 350
individuals are taken from speeches, interviews, editorials,
letters, jokes, songs, and eyewitness accounts represent American
thought from the ground up. This compendium includes the words of
everyone from politicians and generals, to Native Americans, ethnic
minorities, women, labor representatives, and slaves. The book is
divided into 18 traditional historical periods from the
pre-Columbus explorers to the terrorist attacks of September 11,
2001.
We hear the voices of Jefferson, Lincoln, Teddy and FDR, but
also of Joe McCarthy, Huey Long, and Susan B. Anthony. We hear
American law in action through watersheds like "Brown v. the Board
of Education," the Scopes case, the prosecution of Sacco and
Vanzetti, and the Salem witch trials. Then there are the grace
notes, the forgotten but significant stories--a black woman beaten
and humiliated for encouraging others to vote; the G.I. who
overthrew a German bunker at Normandy; the last letter of a Union
soldier soon to die in battle. Their words are woven into American
history, remembered and illuminated in this kaleidoscopic
collection.
Life is better with a spaniel This paw-some collection of
delightful photos and wise words will have you swooning for
spaniels With their irresistible smiles, ears for years and endless
amounts of energy, it's no wonder spaniels are one of the world's
favourite dog breeds. Featuring the English cocker, Welsh springer,
Cavalier King Charles and all spaniels in between, this little book
is a celebration of the spaniel's happy personality and majestic
attitude. Whichever type is your favourite, these clever canines
are always ready to demonstrate their love and loyalty. Our
fondness for these pooches spans the globe, and whether you have a
spaniel of your own or just think they're the best pups in town,
the adorable doggos in these pages will melt your heart and leave
you feeling warm and fuzzy. This paw-some little book will prove
that it's not just any old dog who deserves to be your best friend
- it's a spaniel.
This scholarly treasury of over 450 distinguished quotations,
divided into 170 categories, focuses on the best thinking in the
disciplines of psychology, philosophy, and artificial intelligence,
from the classical period of Greece to contemporary cognitive
science. Quotations are arranged chronologically within categories.
This work will be of interest to scholars and professionals in
psychology, artificial intelligence, and cognitive science as well
as undergraduate and graduate students in these disciplines.
Este libro no pretende sustituir la palabra de Dios, sino m?'s bien
una herramienta de palabras inspiradas que Dios me ha dado a
trav?'s de los a os y tambi n a hombres y mujeres de Dios que han
marcado este mundo desde las filas del anonimato a trav?'s de los
tiempos. No pretendemos tomar cr dito por todas pero aun as
queremos reconocer y honrar a tantos que han servido en el reino de
Dios sin hab rseles dejado o r su voz grabada en p ginas, por medio
de este libro los honramos y damos gracias a Dios por cada uno de
ellos en el nombre de Jes s. Este libro le dar los adornos de la
casa (mensaje) que esta construyendo, una chispa en medio de una
intersecci n del discurso.
Everyone knows that mums are amazing - what they don't know is that
you have the best one! This collection of 52 cards, which can be
displayed using the handy wooden stand provided, contains a raft of
heart-warming quotes and thoughtful words celebrating the miracle
that is a mother. The beautifully designed cards are full of love,
admiration and appreciation, expressed through quotations from
grateful sons and daughters throughout the ages. Alongside these
wise words, there are cards with simple, sweet and touching
declarations that will show just how much you care. To finish off
the package, the box also contains a 16-page booklet full of mom
stuff, from ideas on how to enjoy some quality me-time to lines of
heartfelt poetry. This sweet and original gift will be a lasting
reminder that, though life's ups and downs, and no matter how old
you are, your mum will always be the BEST MUM EVER.
This heartfelt collection of quotes and statements is to let you
know just how much you mean to me. Quite simply, I love you.
This beautiful book is filled with simple self-care tips and ideas
to help you nurture your well-being every day Self-care comes in
many guises, but at its heart it's anything you do to take care of
yourself. It could be five minutes of gentle breathing, time
reserved for pursuing a hobby, or the joy of a hot shower - as long
as it leaves you feeling restored and refreshed. Within these pages
you will find a raft of simple but effective tips to help on your
journey, including: Why self-care is key to happiness and health
Finding the best methods for you How to fit self-care into a busy
schedule Inspiration to nourish your mind, body and soul We all
need to take time out every now and again to recharge our
batteries. Whenever you find your energy fading, dip into this
beautiful book and find strength again.
Living in today's multi-speed world is so exasperatingly in-tense
for so many people that a great majority of them find solace in
routine and automatism. The clich has become not only a conscious
strategy to conform, but a response to anxiety and despair. Humans
are therefore increasingly losing their individual voice and
adopting ready-made, stale, worn-out and often inaccurate clich?'s
that trivialize noble ideas and the power of one. In fact, with the
advent of "smart" technology, free speech, memory and intelligence
are becoming endangered species. Ironically, the last several
decades of "contact" and social networking have nurtured the sport
of clich ping-ponging. It is in such circumstances that I have
translated Gustave Flaubert's Dictionnaire des id es re ues, a
brilliant questioning of conventional wisdom and a subtle
representation of the transformation of Man by the machinery of
capitalism.
Since Dictionnaire des id es recues is a microcosm of Flaubert's
world, its translation was anything but simple. The task was not
only to jump from clich to clich while carrying the color and
context of the original text, but to contemporize it so that the
historical narrative fits into a more modern context. The first
dilemma was to decide whether the definitions should be translated
identically throughout, or whether a factually different equivalent
should be chosen. Such was the case of fungi/fungus as the
translation of the French shakos/chacal. Another rather constant
difficulty was whether to say "you" or "one" for the French pronoun
"on," the indefinite subject par excellence. Finally, I have given
myself the freedom to use quotation marks in order to stress a word
within the pre-constructed thought.
May this new interpretation serve as an introduction to
Flaubert's work and entice new readers to want to learn more. And
may those who already know the author believe that I have done all
that I could.
An essential, inspiring collection of quotations about creativity,
social justice, and more from musician, producer, artist, and
designer Pharrell Williams Rising to global fame with his hit
single “Happy,” Pharrell Williams has influenced every corner
of music, from cowriting and producing the monumental track
“Alright” with Kendrick Lamar to composing music for the
Academy Award–winning film Hidden Figures. But his work also
extends to fashion, design, and the visual arts, and he has
collaborated with leading artists and designers, including Takashi
Murakami, Daniel Arsham, and Comme des Garçons. Gathered from
interviews and other sources, this compelling and provocative
collection of quotations offers new insights into the personality
and creative process of one of today’s most exciting and
intriguing artists. Select quotations from the book: Self-awareness
is a muscle that needs exercise. It needs a regimen. You’ve got
to continue to reinvent yourself today, all the while thinking
about tomorrow. Music is the key, the skeleton key that’s opened
every door for me. There is no humanity without education. There is
no education without demand. The only way to make life better for
yourself, the only true and lasting way, is to make life better for
others.
Filled with mood-boosting tips and uplifting quotes, this little
book will help you to find joy 365 days of the year. There's joy in
every day - we just need to learn how to see it properly. Whether
you want your glass to be half full instead of half empty, or you
want a little help seeing the silver lining in the clouds, this
book will show you that there are plenty of little things you can
do each day to brighten your outlook. Within these pages you'll
find: Practical tips you can fit into your day to help make
positivity a habit A raft of beautiful quotes to lift your mood
Simple ideas to invite fun, joy and variety into your day With 365
Days of Positivity you will discover that happiness is an attitude,
not a situation - and you'll be inspired to look on the bright side
all year round.
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