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Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Encyclopaedias & reference works > Reference works > Dictionaries of quotations
Life isn't always a stroll in the sunshine, but there are ways of weathering the storms. This pocket-sized book of heartening quotations and simple but effective tips will help you summon your inner reserves and bounce back from adversity stronger than ever.
Nothing tastes sweeter than success It's time to celebrate how amazing you are. This is your victory lap and standing ovation all rolled into one. Full of the kinds of quotes and mottos that put fire in your belly and a smile on your face, this powerful little book is here to sing your praises and spur you on.
Let's look forward to sunnier times ahead The sun shines brightest after a storm - and sometimes it even comes with a rainbow. This cheerful collection of wise words and uplifting quotes is a powerful dose of positivity, and the tonic we all need right now. Full of sunny thoughts, pick-me-ups and happiness boosters, Here Comes the Sun will help you look on the bright side and embrace the wonders of a new day. It's the perfect reminder there will be good times ahead. With a bright, sunny design, this book will bring you good vibes only Includes feel-good affirmations to have you radiating positivity and feeling great in no time We all need a little extra cheerfulness in our lives from time to time - Here Comes the Sun is here to deliver it 160 pages of joy, with quotes from a diverse range of inspirational people, from the wisdom of Buddha to the feel-good positive vibes of Zendaya
With nearly 6,000 quotations arranged historically and annotated extensively, you'll know not just who said what, but get the full story behind the quote. Follow any of the more than five hundred topics (from Abolition to Zeal) and you will get a nutshell history of what great (and not-so-great) Americans had to say about each one. Quotations are arranged chronologically in each topic, allowing the reader to trace patterns of thought over time. Fully indexed by author (including brief biographical sketches) and keyword, this is an essential reference for anyone interested in the great people and ideas of American history.
This is exactly what you need on those overwhelming days when everyone is on your case or wants a piece of you – here you can tell everyone to 'get lost' like the best of them. Taking inspiration from the Bette Davis quote 'When a man gives his opinion he's a man; when a woman gives her opinion, she's a bitch,' this is a collection of quotes by tough-talking women who say it how it is, no holds barred, no regrets. 'You are either on my side, by my side, or in my f*cking way. Choose wisely.' - Anonymous 'I'm not a humanitarian. I'm a hell-raiser.' - Mother Jones
Essential quotations from renowned artist and pop icon Keith Haring Keith Haring remains one of the most important and celebrated artists of his generation and beyond. Through his signature bold graphic line drawings of figures and forms dancing and grooving, Haring's paintings, large-scale public murals, chalk drawings, and singular graffiti style defined an era and brought awareness to social issues ranging from gay rights and AIDS to drug abuse prevention and a woman's right to choose. Haring-isms is a collection of essential quotations from this creative thinker and legendary artist. Gathered from Haring's journals and interviews, these lively quotes reveal his influences and thoughts on a variety of topics, including birth and death, possibility and uncertainty, and difference and conformity. They demonstrate Haring's deep engagement with subjects outside of the art world and his outspoken commitment to activism. Taken together, this selection reflects Haring's distinctive voice and reminds us why his work continues to resonate with fans around the globe. Select quotations from the book: "Art lives through the imaginations of the people who are seeing it. Without that contact, there is no art." "It's a huge world. There are lots and lots and lots of people that I haven't reached yet that I'd like to reach." "Art is one of the last areas that is totally within the realm of the human individual and can't be copied or done better by a machine." "The artist, if he is a vessel, is also a performer." "No matter how long you work, it's always going to end sometime. And there's always going to be things left undone." "I decided to make a major break. New York was the only place to go." "I came to believe there was no such thing as chance. If you accept that there are no coincidences, you use whatever comes along." "There was a migration of artists from all over America to New York. It was completely wild. And we controlled it ourselves." "I couldn't go back to the abstract drawings; it had to have some connection to the real world."
Ew, David! Schitt's Creek and the Rose family have entered the hearts and homes of viewers all over the world. The heartwarming sitcom follows the newly destitute magnate Johnny Rose, his wife, eccentric soap opera actress Moira, and their two adult children, the pretentious David and jet-setting socialite Alexis, as they set up in Schitt's Creek, a town they once bought as a joke. Now for the first time, the wisecracks, melodrama, relationship advice and gratuitous celebrity name-drops have all been gathered in one place. Ew, David, and Other Schitty Quotes contains over 150 of the finest quotes from the most infamous riches-to-rags story a small town has ever seen. From side-splitting bickering between David and Alexis and Roland Schitt's political wisdom to Johnny Rose's solid business advice and of course, Moira's many regaling turns of phrase. Whether you need a pick-me-up or a well-timed put-down, let the eclectic cast of Schitt's Creek guide you on your way. Love that journey for us. 'I'm trying very hard not to connect with people right now.' David Rose on his emotional state. 'David, stop acting like a disgruntled pelican.' Moira asked David to be polite in her unique manner.
"I must die as I lived, beyond my means." Arguably the most quoted man in history, and certainly in his day, this enormous miniature collection is filled with Oscar Wildes' most notorious and witty sayings. Organized into five neat sections useful for any situation, this book is perfect for either enjoying in small bites or devouring in one sitting. Featuring a biography, quotes, a poem and short story, it is a must have for Wilde lovers and novices alike.
This tiny tome featuring a faux leather binding with embossed type and illustration is filled with Winston Churchill's biography, his most inspirational quotes, and excerpts from some of his most famous speeches.
Keep hope in your heart, whatever the weather There's magic in making the best out of a bad situation, no matter what life throws your way. This little book of consoling quotes and cheerful sayings will get you looking on the bright side in no time.
There's nobody quite like your mum, so let her know how special she is with this beautiful gift book. Filled with heart-warming quotes and witty statements, it's the perfect way to celebrate the best mum ever!
"The Routledge Dictionary of Latin Quotations" completes our
enormously successful and award-winning Latin for the Illiterati
series of volumes, rounding off the trilogy with a comprehensive
treasury of classic Latin quotations, mottoes, proverbs, and maxims
collected from the worlds of philosophy, rhetoric, politics,
science, religion, literature, drama, poetics, and war.
A beautiful, heartfelt collection of romantic words and powerful affirmations of love - the perfect gift, whatever the occasion, for the one who has captured your heart You are my everything For the person you can't live without - the one who puts butterflies in your stomach and a smile in your heart; your best friend and closest confidant all in one - this book will show that special someone how much they mean to you. Writers and poets have long looked for the perfect way to say "I love you". This charming book brings together some of the most soul-stirring expressions of passion, from lovers old and new - from Sappho and Rumi to modern-day romantics like Kahlil Gibran and Sally Rooney. Let these sweet reminders of the power of love set those butterflies aflutter: You are my guiding star in the night sky You are my now and forever Our love story was written in the stars I love you to the moon and back
Life is a continual balancing act, and often the more we pursue balance, the more things seem to fall apart. All aspects of life - career, family, relationships, and health and wellbeing - are in perpetual motion, and it's this constant state of flux that makes it hard for us to attend to them in equal measure. The Little Book of Balance offers guidance from some of the world's greatest minds in the art of letting each aspect of life feed off each other equally. To lead a well-balanced life, we must first accept that balance isn't something we can control. 'Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.' - Dolly Parton 'Doubt can motivate you, so don't be afraid of it. Confidence and doubt are at two ends of the scale, and you need both. They balance each other out.' - Barbra Streisand
Flamboyant and witty, Oscar Wilde was famous for being famous. The toast of late-nineteenth London society, he once boasted he could speak spontaneously on any subject, and his writings were as varied as his captivating conversation. One of the leading playwrights of his age, he also found fame as a poet, novelist and essayist. Of course, Wilde's literary success is bound up with the tragedy of his private life, and his very name evokes fascination. Including Wilde's funniest remarks and ripostes as well as deeper reflections, this collection of wit and wisdom will amuse, provoke and delight. 'There is only one thing in the world worse than being talked about, and that is not being talked about.' Lord Henry in The Picture of Dorian Gray, 1890. 'Yes: I am a dreamer. For a dreamer is one who can only find his way by moonlight, and his punishment is that he sees the dawn before the rest of the world.' Intentions, 'The Critic as Artist', 1891.
We often think of wisdom as something reserved only for the elderly or educated and gained through life experience, however wisdom has a depth and nuance that can be fostered by considering perspective in relation to knowledge. This age-old saying sums it up well: 'Knowledge is knowing what to say. Wisdom is knowing when to say it.' The Little Book of Wisdom offers guidance from some of the world's greatest minds in the art of making wise decisions that keep your immediate needs in mind, while maintain long-term perspective. As you'll soon discover, a little wisdom can go a long way in supporting choices you make in all aspects of your life. 'True contentment is not having everything, but in being satisfied with everything you have.' - Oscar Wilde 'How wonderful is it that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.' - Anne Frank 'One's philosophy is not best expressed in words; it is expressed in the choices one makes and the choices we make are ultimately our responsibility.' - Eleanor Roosevelt
The show that made the ordinary extraordinary. 22 years on from the show's divisive final episode, Seinfeld remains Master of its Domain thanks to its sharp dialogue, unforgettable characters and dedication to unpacking society's smallest details. Not since William Shakespeare has popular culture had such an impact on the English language, and collected here is the show's best advice, quotes, facts and yada, yada, yada. It's the complete guide to the world as told by Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David. 'You know you could let the house go. You could let yourself go. A good-looking blind woman doesn't even know you're not good enough for her.' George on why he'd prefer to date a blind woman over a deaf woman. From QuoteCatalog.com - Seinfeld, Season 7, 'The Wink'. 'Lawrence Tierney scared the living crap out of all of us.' Jason Alexander (George) on why Elaine's father only appears in one episode. From ranker.com - Dramatic Stories From Behind The Scenes Of 'Seinfeld'. 'People don't turn down money! It's what separates us from the animals.' One of the few times when on-screen Jerry differed from his off-screen counterpart - Jerry Seinfeld turned down $10 million per episode to bring Seinfeld back for a tenth season.
When the little angels are driving you crazy and you're one minivan away from being a personal taxi service, these wonderful quips and quotes will help to remind you that being a mum is the best job in the world.
Joe Biden: Quotes to Live By is an inspiring and hilarious collection of over 170 quotes from one of America's most beloved politicians. Homespun, caring and empathetic, Joe is the nation's uncle, but his sometimes bizarre and baffling remarks can seem misjudged at best and offensive at worst, even when they are the innocent result of his no-filter plainspeak. With his fascinating backstory, from conquering his famous stutter and his humble middle-class upbringing, to becoming the youngest senator elected to Congress at the time, to the deep tragedy of the loss of his young wife and baby daughter, and later his son Beau, to his light-hearted bromance with President Obama, Joe has an unparalleled ability to connect with the ordinary 'joe'. Despite his tendency for foot-in-the-mouth gaffes, his integrity, moral fortitude and patriotism shine from his words, revealing a dedicated public servant, devoted family man, person of faith and ardent American.You will find his thoughts on success, and his many failures, along with his hopes and dreams for the American people - because it's always the people whom he serves. Joe Biden has said, 'In this world, emotion has become suspect. The accepted style is smooth, antiseptic and passionless', which is certainly something that could never be said about him.
Juan Valera y Alcala-Galiano (Cabra, Cordoba, 1824-Madrid, 1905). Espana. Politico y diplomatico, fue un hombre culto y refinado, con numerosas aventuras amorosas y amistades literarias.
Timely advice for a milestone birthday So what if you're turning 60? After all, with age comes wisdom - and more excuses to share your valuable life lessons with literally anyone who will listen. Hey, at least you're not 70! Packed with celebratory quotations, this little book will help you shrug your shoulders, blow out the candles and KEEP CALM.
Timely advice for a milestone birthday So what if you're turning 70? After all, with age comes wisdom - and more excuses to take life at an even more leisurely pace. Hey, at least you're not 80! Packed with celebratory quotations, this little book will help you shrug your shoulders, blow out the candles and KEEP CALM. |
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