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English
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More than 150 years after its original publication, this essential quotations book has been completely revised and updated for its 18th edition. It showcases a sweeping survey of world history and offers readers and scholars alike a vast, stunning representation of influences.
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Pet the cat shares some of his favorite quotes from famous people about the subject of love, and adds his own groovy take to them.Pete the Cat is back in New York Times bestselling artist James Dean's picture book Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses, written by Kimberly Dean. Pete the Cat wakes up feeling grumpy-nothing seems to be going his way. But with the help of some magic sunglasses, Pete learns that a good mood has been inside him all along....
Author
Publisher
Hyperion
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
Few things evoke such a universal feeling of warmth and humor as the work of Jim Henson. In his own words, as well as those of some of his best-known characters like Kermit the Frog and Ernie, we get a glimpse of the philosophy and humor that was so essential to Jim's creations. We'll also get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the collaborative spirit of this gentle artistic genius from the people Jim knew, loved, and inspired. This uplifting collection...
Author
Publisher
Harper
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Respected quotation anthologist and author of Oxymoronica and Viva la Repartee Dr. Mardy Grothe is at his best in Metaphors Be with You, an A to Z dictionary of 2,750 of history's greatest metaphorical quotations, meticulously curated for writers, readers, and quotation lovers everywhere.
In Metaphors Be with You, Dr. Mardy Grothe has created the definitive reference on English's finest metaphors, sourced from literature, politics, philosophy,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Dover Publications
Pub. Date
1999
Language
English
Description
Includes hundreds of Twain's most memorable quips and comments on life, love, history, culture, travel, and diverse other topics, among them "He is now fast rising from affluence to poverty"; "Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please"; and "More than one cigar at a time is excessive smoking."
19) The truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off: thoughts on life, love, and rebellion
Author
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
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Description
"For decades -- and especially now in these times of crisis -- people around the world have found guidance, humor, and unity in Gloria Steinem's gift for creating quotes that inspire action and create hope. From her early days as a journalist and feminist activist, up to today, Steinem's words have helped generations to empower themselves and work together. Gloria sees quotes as 'the poetry of everyday life,' so she also has included a few favorites...
20) Horseradish
Author
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Collects an array of disheartening truths and unhappy observations drawn from the author's work, including "siblings who claim to get along all the time are most definitely hiding something."