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The Little Book of Ernest Hemingway - Legendary Writer and Adventurer (Hardcover): Orange Hippo! The Little Book of Ernest Hemingway - Legendary Writer and Adventurer (Hardcover)
Orange Hippo!
R204 R186 Discovery Miles 1 860 Save R18 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

The writer who changed America's literary landscape. One of the great novelists of the 20th century, Ernest Hemingway's spare, precise prose captivated critics and readers alike, while his swaggering personality made him a star beyond the literary scene. The author's world was full of daring and danger: he drove an ambulance during the First World War, had a love of bullfighting and boxing, and rushed to see action in the Spanish Civil War. His travels and adventures fuelled his art, while his troubled and often chaotic life was central to his creativity. Packed full of insightful quotes and fascinating facts about Hemingway's life and work, this little book creates an intriguing portrait of the complex man behind the writer. Sample Quotes: 'But man is not made for defeat... A man can be destroyed but not defeated.' - The Old Man and The Sea, 1952 'Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut.' - Hemingway, in a personal letter to the publisher, Charles Scribner IV 'But life isn't hard to manage when you've nothing to lose.' - A Farwell to Arms, 1929 Sample Facts: While serving as an ambulance driver during the First World War, Hemingway was badly wounded by mortar fire. He managed to help an Italian soldier reach safety, an action that earned him an Italian Silver Medal of Valour. Hemingway was an avid hunter and fisherman. His zeal for both pursuits worked their way into his fiction, such as the prize-winning novel The Old Man and the Sea and the acclaimed short story 'The Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber'.

Medical Education - A Dictionary of Quotations (Paperback, 1 New Ed): Kieran Walsh Medical Education - A Dictionary of Quotations (Paperback, 1 New Ed)
Kieran Walsh
R1,189 Discovery Miles 11 890 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Today's students are tomorrow's doctors. The quality of education they receive is vitally important to the successful future of healthcare. Medical education as a discipline has a long history and has developed enormously in the past decade with the emergence of evidence-based teaching techniques, outcomes based curricula and assessment methods that are valid and reliable - however it will never be an exact science. It will always depend on enthusiastic teachers and ambitious learners who are hungry for new knowledge and skills. This thoroughly researched and fully referenced compendium of quotes has been specially selected to motivate and encourage medical educators who will find the themed structure vital in planning and delivering their courses. Students, too, will be inspired and nurtured in their learning.

SPIRIT (Hardcover): Anouska Jones SPIRIT (Hardcover)
Anouska Jones
R394 Discovery Miles 3 940 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px Arial; color: #dd1f06; -webkit-text-stroke: #dd1f06} span.s1 {font-kerning: none} Horses are the epitome of grace, power, and freedom. They also have an ability to touch our souls and connect with our hearts in a way that few other animals can. From a little girl's first pony to a gnarled cowboy's last quarter horse, they can offer us some of our deepest friendships and inspire us to be the best version of ourselves. Spirit: A book of happiness for horse lovers is a compendium of enduring quotes that capture the essence of our affection for these magnificent animals. Some are by famous people (Winston Churchill, Nathaniel Hawthorne, William Faulkner, Dale Carnegie, William Shakespeare, Ralph Waldo Emerson), others not; some are philosophical, others light-hearted - all are memorable. Accompanied by beautiful photography, and presented in a high-quality gift format, this is a collection of quotes to treasure.

The Quotable Darwin (Hardcover): Janet Browne The Quotable Darwin (Hardcover)
Janet Browne
R626 R539 Discovery Miles 5 390 Save R87 (14%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A treasure trove of illuminating and entertaining quotations from the legendary naturalist Here is Charles Darwin in his own words--the naturalist, traveler, scientific thinker, and controversial author of On the Origin of Species, the book that shook the Victorian world. Featuring hundreds of quotations carefully selected by world-renowned Darwin biographer Janet Browne, The Quotable Darwin draws from Darwin's writings, letters to friends and family, autobiographical reminiscences, and private scientific notebooks. It offers a multifaceted portrait that takes readers through his youth, the famous voyage of the Beagle, the development of his thoughts about evolution, his gradual loss of religious faith, and the time spent turning his ideas into a well-articulated theory about the natural origin of all living beings--a theory that dangerously included the origin of humans. The Quotable Darwin also includes many of the key responses to Darwin's ideas from figures across the social spectrum, scientists and nonscientists alike--and criticism too. We see Darwin as an innovative botanist and geologist, an affectionate husband and father, and a lively correspondent who once told his cousin that he liked to play billiards because "it drives the horrid species out of my head." This book gives us an intimate look at Darwin at work, at home, as a public figure, and on his travels. Complete with a chronology of Darwin's life by Browne, The Quotable Darwin provides an engagingly fresh perspective on a remarkable man who was always thinking deeply about the natural world.

A Little Book About Movies - Quotes for the Cinephile in Your Life (Hardcover): Orange Hippo! A Little Book About Movies - Quotes for the Cinephile in Your Life (Hardcover)
Orange Hippo!
R180 R166 Discovery Miles 1 660 Save R14 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

The greatest movies endure for many reasons: they give us comfort, laughter, drama and suspense. They thrill us with their powerful storytelling and bring us fabulous characters that linger on in the imagination. And then, of course, they showcase the astonishing skill of the moviemaker. The Little Book About Movies is a celebration of filmmaking and the power of cinema to challenge, inspire and change us. Inside you'll find fabulous quotes from some of the world's best filmmakers and actors, as well as stirring lines from some of the finest movies ever made. Whether you're hoping to revisit some of cinema's greatest moments or looking for fresh viewing inspiration, this little volume is the perfect treat for any movie lover. SAMPLE QUOTES: 'Hollywood is great. I also think it's stupid and small-minded and shortsighted' - David Fincher 'When I went to Hollywood, I had to work out in a gym. The idea was that I should look like Daniel Craig, though they hadn't even heard of him at that point' - Roger Moore 'Acting is about acting, not about being a movie star' - Christian Bale 'Adding sound to movies would be like putting lipstick on the Venus de Milo' - Mary Pickford

The Little Guide to Betty White - Everybody needs a passion (Hardcover): Orange Hippo! The Little Guide to Betty White - Everybody needs a passion (Hardcover)
Orange Hippo!
R204 R186 Discovery Miles 1 860 Save R18 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

The Little Guide to Betty White captures the humor, tenacity, optimism and candor of this beloved comedian, actress, and legend in her own time. In honor of Betty's illustrious 80-plus-year career - from radio and TV variety shows to game shows and sitcoms, from Sue Ann Nivens in The Mary Tyler Moore Show to Rose Nylund in The Golden Girls - this celebration of her famous catchphrases, quips, one-liners, and words of wisdom delivers her own brand of quick-fired laughs to her millions of fans. One of the hardest-working actresses of all time and a tiny powerhouse of talent, Betty's gained a multigenerational fan base who are drawn to her comedic talent and plucky positivity - characteristics that have seen her make the most of her exceptional life and career while remaining authentic, humble, and down to earth. As she approaches her 100th birthday in January 2022, Betty continues to trailblaze as an entertainer and amuse ever-new audiences.

Warhol-isms (Hardcover): Andy Warhol Warhol-isms (Hardcover)
Andy Warhol; Edited by Larry Warsh
R347 Discovery Miles 3 470 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A unique collection of brilliant quotations from the legendary Pop artist One of the most influential artists of his time and ours, Andy Warhol is nearly as renowned for what he said as for what he did. Indeed, he is so quotable that things he never said are endlessly and plausibly attributed to him, including, fittingly, the most celebrated fake Warhol saying-"In the future, everyone will be world-famous for 15 minutes." Warhol-isms separates legend from fact to present a unique and comprehensive collection of authentic quotations from the Pop artist. Gathered from interviews and other primary sources, these deadpan, droll, ironic, and sincere gems-in which a superficial embrace of superficiality often disguises provocative, unconventional ideas-provide compelling insights into the life and work of an artist who has left an indelible mark on art and popular culture. Select quotations from the book: I think an artist is anybody who does something well. I went to [a psychiatrist] once, and he never called me back. They always say that time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself. I've never met a person I couldn't call a beauty. New things are always better than old things. I'm still a commercial artist. I was always a commercial artist.

Wit & Wisdom of Three Worlds - A Bilingual Collection of Popular Perisan Judaic & Western Proverbs & Expressions (Paperback):... Wit & Wisdom of Three Worlds - A Bilingual Collection of Popular Perisan Judaic & Western Proverbs & Expressions (Paperback)
Homayoon Aram
R1,502 Discovery Miles 15 020 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This is a unique collection of proverbs and sayings from Persian, Jewish and Western culture. Homayoon Aram, being an Iranian of Jewish faith living in the United States is uniquely qualified to present the subject. He has selected about 4,000 proverbs and sayings from the world of Persian, Judaic and Western literature and has divided them into 129 diverse topics such as love, courage, charity, luck and war. The proverbs come from various sources: the Bible; the Talmud; sayings attributed to historic personalities; classic literature and modern literature. Some of the wisdom is oral and has been passed down by word of mouth from generation to generation. English proverbs are given and accompanied by their closest Persian equivalents. This collection makes the reader aware of the similarities of these apparently dissimilar cultures. Differences in culture can also be noticed. As one proverb states: No like is the same.

fragmentos - de XXXX a 2020: pilhas nao incluidas (Portuguese, Hardcover): Paulo Brito fragmentos - de XXXX a 2020: pilhas nao incluidas (Portuguese, Hardcover)
Paulo Brito
R864 Discovery Miles 8 640 Ships in 18 - 22 working days
The Daily Sherlock Holmes - A Year of Quotes from the Case-Book of the World's Greatest Detective (Paperback): Arthur... The Daily Sherlock Holmes - A Year of Quotes from the Case-Book of the World's Greatest Detective (Paperback)
Arthur Conan Doyle; Edited by Levi Stahl, Stacey Shintani; Foreword by Michael Sims 1
R457 Discovery Miles 4 570 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

"Dr. Watson, Mr. Sherlock Holmes," said Stamford, introducing us. "How are you?" he said cordially, gripping my hand with a strength for which I should hardly have given him credit. "You have been in Afghanistan, I perceive." "How on earth did you know that?" I asked in astonishment. "Never mind," said he, chuckling to himself. At that first sight of Watson, Sherlock Holmes made brilliant deductions. But even he couldn't know that their meeting was inaugurating a friendship that would make himself and the good Doctor cultural icons, as popular as ever more than a century after their 1887 debut. Through four novels and fifty-six stories, Arthur Conan Doyle led the pair through dramatic adventures that continue to thrill readers today, offering an unmatched combination of skillful plotting, period detail, humor, and distinctive characters. For a Holmes fan, there are few pleasures comparable to returning to his richly imagined world--the gaslit streets of Victorian London, the companionable clutter of 221B Baker Street, the reliable fuddlement (and nerves of steel) of Watson, the perverse genius of Holmes himself. It's all there in The Daily Sherlock Holmes, the perfect bedside companion for fans of the world's only consulting detective. Within these pages readers will find a quotation for every day of the year, drawn from across the Conan Doyle canon. Beloved characters and familiar lines recall favorite stories and scenes, while other passages remind us that Conan Doyle had a way with description and a ready wit. Moriarty and Mycroft, Lestrade and Mrs. Hudson; the Hound, the Red-Headed League, the Speckled Band, and the dread Reichenbach Falls--it's all here, anchored, of course, in that unforgettable duo of Holmes and Watson. No book published this year will bring a Holmes fan more pleasure. Come, readers. The game is afoot.

Maxims of General Patton, The (Paperback): Gary Bloomfield Maxims of General Patton, The (Paperback)
Gary Bloomfield
R277 R254 Discovery Miles 2 540 Save R23 (8%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

One of the most feared and controversial players in the United States Army during the Second World War, George S. Patton was unstoppable. He was both revered by the enemy as well as dreaded; Adolf Hitler found him to be one of the most impressive and callous men to be faced on the battlefront. General Patton was not known for his compassion. He led his squadron on a trek throughout North Africa and across Europe with relentless speed and persistence and never took no or laziness for an answer. However, there was much more to the general than he let on. He was a man of many talents. Patton was not only a general but also an Olympic athlete, a poet, and a man with the bravery of a lion and a heart that betrayed traces of an inner lamb. Now Patton's personal poems, journal entries, quotations, and speeches have been compiled for the reader. Layers of this complicated man are peeled away with each turn of the page to reveal the inner workings of a leader known for his intolerance of malingering soldiers and misplaced humor in the face of the enemy. A contemplative side replaces the tenacity often seen in other representations of General Patton, making this book an incredible addition to any World War II library.

Everyday Shakespeare - Lines for Life (Hardcover): Ben Crystal, David Crystal Everyday Shakespeare - Lines for Life (Hardcover)
Ben Crystal, David Crystal
R511 R472 Discovery Miles 4 720 Save R39 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Shakespeare's flame is infectious. An olympic torch, for us all, to be enlightened, words which share the shadow and light of humanity's hues. - LionHeart, artist, poet and BBC Radio London presenter Shakespeare had an ear and hand that was able to capture our everyday thoughts and emotions, pin them to a page, and express them so well that still today they can make us feel stunned to be seen. 'Better three hours too soon than a minute too late.' 'Make not your thoughts your prisons.' 'Wisely and slow. They stumble that run fast.' 'And I have heard it said, unbidden guests are often welcomest when they're gone.' With a quote for every day of the year, this beautiful book gathers the finest lines from the lesser-known corners of Shakespeare's plays and poems. While you may not be familiar with these 400-year-old phrases, you will be surprised by the immediate, easy resonance they have with modern day-to-day life and, hopefully, inspired to learn a few quotes, say them out loud, and drop them into conversation. Each page bears a gift of Shakespearean delight - around which lies a treasure trove of trivia, miscellaneous fact, and opportunities for reflection. The Crystals - son and father - draw attention to points of daily life, literary, linguistic, and theatrical interest through their entertaining commentary. They offer notes of context for anyone who wants to know who originally said the words, in which play, and why. And finally, the authors provide three indexes, allowing readers to help find the right quote for a task, or to follow-up on a quote's original source. Shakespeare's words are a mirror for us to peer into, to see if any part of ourselves, familiar or strange, is visible. Each day as you read his lines, you'll get glimpses of loves you've known, jealousies you've felt, relationships you've had, and situations you've encountered that bring a smile - or a wince - of familiarity. Everyday Shakespeare shares the simple lines that encapsulate the wondrous complexity of life, and the enduring appeal of the Bard. Shakespeare was not of an age, but for all time. - Ben Jonson

Quotes for Conservatives - Wit, Wisdom, and Insight from Conservatives throughout History (Hardcover): Garry Apgar Quotes for Conservatives - Wit, Wisdom, and Insight from Conservatives throughout History (Hardcover)
Garry Apgar
R361 Discovery Miles 3 610 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This extraordinary collection of quotes drawn from history's timeless conservative thinkers is the perfect gift and resource for students, speech-makers, politicians and anyone else looking for inspiration. Conservatism has a history as deep and rich as the founding of the United States of America. In a time when conservatives find themselves continually attacked by self-righteous liberals, Quotes for Conservatives celebrates conservative ideologies and policies. Quotes for Conservatives includes quotes from the greatest conservative thinkers throughout history, from Andrew Jackson and Thomas Paine to Rush Limbaugh and Tom Wolfe. The book covers all the quintessential conservative topics: the deep state, immigration, taxes, capitalism, political correctness, religion, and much more. Garry Apgar has gathered all the wit, insight and humour of these quotes into one classic collection beautifully designed with line drawings. Quotes include: "America is the only country ever founded on an idea. The only country that is not founded on race or even common history. It's founded on an idea and the idea is liberty." - Charles Krauthammer "A government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we'll ever see on this earth." - Ronald Reagan "Politics is downstream from culture." - Andrew Breitbart "To say that animals evolved into man is like saying that Carrara marble evolved into Michelangelo's David." - Tom Wolfe "Political correctness is tyranny with manners." - Charlton Heston "We live in a world of intolerance masked as tolerance." - Rush Limbaugh QUOTES FOR CONSERVATIVES is the perfect gift for any of the proud conservatives in your life.

Art Is the Highest Form of Hope & Other Quotes by Artists (Hardcover): Phaidon Editors Art Is the Highest Form of Hope & Other Quotes by Artists (Hardcover)
Phaidon Editors
R531 Discovery Miles 5 310 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Advice, strong opinions, and personal revelations by the world's greatest artists - exclusively researched for this book. Featuring the most inspirational and insightful collection of quotes by artists through the ages and across the globe, this exquisite keepsake is the ideal book for artists, collectors, and armchair enthusiasts. As painters, sculptors, photographers, and other visual artists see and experience the world through a unique lens, Art Is the Highest Form of Hope & Other Quotes by Artists shows that their life lessons, private revelations, and frank, often irreverent, opinions can guide us all. This unique and carefully curated book, packed with totally original research, is a go-to resource for revealing thoughts and personal advice on subjects as diverse as beauty, colour, light, sex, chance, discipline, money troubles, originality, fear of failure, danger of success, the creative process, and more - all messages transmitted from the artistic trenches.

The Little Book of Sherlock Holmes - Elementary Wit & Wisdom (Hardcover): Orange Hippo! The Little Book of Sherlock Holmes - Elementary Wit & Wisdom (Hardcover)
Orange Hippo!
R180 R166 Discovery Miles 1 660 Save R14 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

The greatest detective who never lived. Since his first appearance in 1887, Sherlock Holmes continues to entertain and fascinate us. With his deerstalker hat, pipe and magnifying glass, not to mention his incredible powers of observation and deduction, he has has pitted his wits against thieves, spies, murderers and enemies - and out-thought them all. As he explains to his loyal sidekick, Watson, 'When you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.' Drawing on 60 stories, the 175 quotes in this little book capture the enduring appeal of Conan Doyle's thrilling adventures. 'My name is Sherlock Holmes. It is my business to know what other people do not know.' Sherlock Holmes, The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle. 'This fellow may be very clever," I said to myself, 'but he is certainly very conceited.' Dr Watson on Sherlock Holmes, A Study in Scarlet. 'Watson. Come at once if convenient. If inconvenient, come all the same.' Sherlock Holmes, The Adventure of the Creeping Man. 'Crime is common. Logic is rare.' Sherlock Holmes, The Adventure of the Copper Beeches.

A Dictionary of Classical Greek Quotations (Hardcover): Marinos Yeroulanos A Dictionary of Classical Greek Quotations (Hardcover)
Marinos Yeroulanos; Foreword by Oliver Taplin
R1,796 R1,687 Discovery Miles 16 870 Save R109 (6%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

'Human wisdom is of little or no value', wrote Plato in his Apology. And yet the ancient Greeks, including Plato himself, more than any other people of antiquity were fascinated by the pursuit of the wisdom they called philosophia. That search for knowledge involved an extensive use of maxims and quotations, as we can see from those expressions of Homer prefaced by the phrase 'as people say'. Homer, the Seven Sages and the Pre-Socratic philosophers are still extensively quoted in all the major western languages. Yet for all their popularity, until now there has been no single resource to which interested readers might turn. This unique reference book offers one of the most comprehensive selections of Greek quotations ever committed to print. With its English text matched by the original Greek, the volume collects 7500 entries, ranging from the archaic period to late antiquity, and across philosophy, drama, poetry, history, science and medicine, each indexed with key words to enable fast sourcing. Together, these selections provide an incomparable insight into the glories of Greek civilization.

The Encyclopedia of Supreme Court Quotations (Hardcover): Christopher A. Anzalone The Encyclopedia of Supreme Court Quotations (Hardcover)
Christopher A. Anzalone
R4,634 Discovery Miles 46 340 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A veritable feast of 1,500 quotes from more than 1,000 Supreme Court decisions, this is the first such reference devoted solely to the Supreme Court. Dating from the beginning of the Republic to the present, these excerpts provide a powerful historical overview of the mission and majesty of the Supreme Court. They are topically arranged and cover the legislative, judicial, and executive branches; states' rights; due process; free speech; equal rights; and freedom of religion.

Each entry features the quote -- especially chosen for its profound, compelling, and inspirational nature; the name of the case, primary citation, year, and author; and the kind of decision (dissenting, concurring, or opinion of the Court).

Great Quotes from Great Leaders - Words from the Leaders Who Shaped the World (Hardcover): Peggy Anderson Great Quotes from Great Leaders - Words from the Leaders Who Shaped the World (Hardcover)
Peggy Anderson
R452 Discovery Miles 4 520 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

If you like history and great quotes, you'll love this book which combines a brief biography of 32 world famous leaders with photographs and powerful quotes. You and your family will learn from this collection of wisdom-echoing the integrity, strength of character, and passion of extraordinary men and women. Makes the perfect, unique gift. Some of the highlighted leaders include: Abraham Lincoln, Ben Franklin, Eleanor Roosevelt, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Winston Churchill.

There Is Never Anything but the Present - And Other Inspiring Words of Wisdom (Hardcover): Alan Watts There Is Never Anything but the Present - And Other Inspiring Words of Wisdom (Hardcover)
Alan Watts
R453 R423 Discovery Miles 4 230 Save R30 (7%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Great Quotes from Great Women - Words from the Women Who Shaped the World (Hardcover): Peggy Anderson Great Quotes from Great Women - Words from the Women Who Shaped the World (Hardcover)
Peggy Anderson
R415 Discovery Miles 4 150 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

A quote book filled with inspiring quotes by women, for women. If you had the opportunity to ask the greatest women of our past and present for advice, wouldn't you jump at the chance? Throughout women's history, we have inspired and motivated society towards greater strength, courage, and justice. This quote collection includes powerful words from women who found their greatness within and used it to empower the world around them. The perfect gift for women everywhere, this inspirational quote collection is ready to ship for Mother's Day, International Women's Day, birthdays, anniversaries, graduation, and more! Great women are not considered so because of their personal achievements but rather for their ability to speak out on behalf of the lives of countless others. To boldly face diversity and discrimination, yet continue to show daring feats of bravery in spite of the obstacles before them. They speak with both a compassionate heart and great strength of character. They are true leaders who have advanced not just womanhood, but the world around them. The empowered and powerful women featured include: Christiane Amanpour Maya Angelou Arianna Huffington Marie Curie Florence Nightingale Margaret Mead Helen Keller Michelle Obama Jacqueline Kennedy Ongassis Rosa Parks Meryl Streep Amy Poehler Condoleezza Rice Margaret Thatcher Oprah Winfrey Eleanor Roosevelt Malala YousafzaiReading the words of these great women will inspire all of us, across generations - mothers, daughters, sisters, granddaughters - to embrace our own greatness. For once, we can revel in the power of our own voices. We too can speak out for what is right and impact the world for the better.

Michelle Obama: Quotes to Live By (Hardcover): Carlton Books Michelle Obama: Quotes to Live By (Hardcover)
Carlton Books 1
R180 R166 Discovery Miles 1 660 Save R14 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

A life-affirming collection of inspiring quotes from one of the world's best-loved public figures. As a student, she excelled; as a lawyer, she rose through the ranks; as a mother, she inspired and nurtured two girls; and as the First Lady of the United States, she used her platform to disseminate her strongly held beliefs. Intelligence, generosity, strength, bravery, confidence, and hard work are all key attributes associated with Michelle Obama, and this book serves to cement her place as one of the strongest voices on the global stage today. 'When you are struggling and you start thinking about giving up, I want you to remember something ... and that is the power of hope.' Final speech as First Lady of the United States, January 2017.

100 Years - Wisdom From Famous Writers on Every Year of Your Life (Hardcover): Joshua Prager, Milton Glaser 100 Years - Wisdom From Famous Writers on Every Year of Your Life (Hardcover)
Joshua Prager, Milton Glaser
R457 Discovery Miles 4 570 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

An extraordinary literary journey, 100 Years traces the passages of life from age one to one hundred through quotations from the world's greatest writers. Moving year by year, with surprising and illuminating juxtapositions of quotations from figures as diverse as Plato and Woolf, Tolstoy and Barth, this wise, beautiful and moving portrait of the human experience will delight readers of all backgrounds. Other authors include Edith Wharton, Herman Melville, Maya Angelou, Gunter Grass, Gertrude Stein, Norman Mailer, Anne Frank, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Agatha Christie, F. Scott Fitzgerald and dozens of others. Milton Glaser, the renowned graphic designer and creator of the iconic "I ? NY" logo, has created a design that uses colour and typography to enhance the experience and narrative of the project.

The Little Book of Churchill - In His Own Words (Hardcover): Orange Hippo! The Little Book of Churchill - In His Own Words (Hardcover)
Orange Hippo! 1
R180 R166 Discovery Miles 1 660 Save R14 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

The iconic leader who 'mobilized the English language and sent it to battle'. Churchill's life and political career were certainly long and colourful: he travelled the world, fought in the Boer War, and oversaw the disastrous Gallipoli campaign during the First World War. But it was during the Second World War that this natural leader's qualities of grit, dogged determination and perseverance truly came to the fore as he led the nation to victory. Churchill's rallying speeches made him one of the world's greatest orators, while his acerbic wit was legendary. Readers will delight in finding the best of this illustrious Briton's words in one handy, pocket-sized volume. 'Never give in - never, never, never, never, in nothing great or small, large or petty, never give in except to convictions of honour and good sense.' Speech given at Harrow School for boys, London, October 1941. 'I am ready to meet my Maker. Whether my Maker is prepared for the great ordeal of meeting me is another matter.' Said on his 75th birthday, 30th November 1949.

The Little Box of Quotes - For Lovers of Books, Music and Movies (Hardcover, Box set): Orange Hippo! The Little Box of Quotes - For Lovers of Books, Music and Movies (Hardcover, Box set)
Orange Hippo!
R519 R481 Discovery Miles 4 810 Save R38 (7%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Illuminating, enriching and wholly delightful, inside you'll find more than 500 stirring quotes to inspire you, enrich you and enchant you. Whether you're hoping to revisit some of cinema's greatest moments, rediscover a much-loved writer or simply to explore new music, this wonderful box set is the perfect treat for any lover of the arts. Sample Quotes: 'A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies.' - George R.R. Martin 'I would rather write 10,000 notes than a single letter of the alphabet.' - Ludwig Van Beethoven 'If you have to ask what jazz is, you'll never know.' - Louis Armstrong 'Cinema is a matter of what is in the frame and what's out.' - Martin Scorsese Contents: Book 1: Books - A celebration of writing, reading and the power of the written word to educate, enlighten and entertain us. Inside there are beautifully crafted lines from some of the world's finest authors, quotes that express the joy of reading and writing, as well as wonderful passages from some of the greatest books ever written. Book 2: Music - From the classical era to modern day, you'll discover a curation of lines from composers, musicians and writers. Find out what music means to those who love it most, the classical musicians, composers and the music devotees. Covering the sheer breadth of musical tastes, it inspires you to play, listen and explore new music from all around the world. Book 3: Movies - Explore the power of cinema to challenge, inspire and change our moods from movies made by the world's best filmmakers and actors. Unearth rousing quotes from skilful filmmakers, find fresh viewing inspiration and enjoy lines from some of the best movies ever made, covering all decades and genres and revisiting some of cinema's greatest moments.

Never Give Up - Inspirational Quotes for Instant Motivation (Hardcover): Summersdale Publishers Never Give Up - Inspirational Quotes for Instant Motivation (Hardcover)
Summersdale Publishers
R204 R193 Discovery Miles 1 930 Save R11 (5%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

It's always too early to quit You are tougher than you think and stronger than you know. This bright and emboldening book of quotes from life's winners and strivers is a timely reminder of what's possible when you NEVER GIVE UP.

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