Quotations, proverbs and sayings Books
Independently Published 101 Timeless Quotes
£12.67
Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp The Great Wisdom of Africa
£13.41
Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp Greatest Inspirational Quotes
£22.77
Independently Published The Windmills of Life and Tilting At Them.
£44.75
Independently Published A Tiny Book Learn a Word in a Week Etymology
£9.10
Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp 100 Original Artist Quotes
£13.78
Independently Published Art Creativity and Beauty Quotes
£10.66
Independently Published Hip-Hop Poetry: A Little Book of Essential Quotes and Wisdom from the Legendary West Coast Rapper
£9.54
Independently Published James Baldwin's Little Book of Selected Quotes
£10.66
Independently Published Kahlil Gibran's Little Book of Selected Quotes: on Love, Life, and Beauty
£9.47
Independently Published 100 Quotes That Will Change Your Life
£12.64
Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) Actors Audition Speeches For All Ages and Accents
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£17.99
Workman Publishing 8789 Words of Wisdom
Book SynopsisAn essential, obsessive collection of all those wise and quirky sayings we’ve heard before—plus plenty of essential, obscure ones to discover—now all in one place. With words of comfort and motivation, humor and warmth, here are thousands of proverbs, precepts, maxims, adages, and axioms—8,789 of them, to be precise—that prove just as true today as the day they were coined. Polished over years of use, there’s the unexpected, the playful, even the counterintuitive. Learn to unlearn. Appreciate the questions as much as the answers. Stretch beyond what is comfortable. Good judgment comes from experience and experience comes from bad judgment. Every page contains secrets and encouragement to lead a happy, healthy, sane, and productive life; taken altogether, it’s the ultimate source of inspiration for personal growth.
£9.87
Somerville Press The Irish Womens Quotation Book
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£8.18
Somerville Press The Brendan Behan Quotation Book
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£8.18
Gibbs M. Smith Inc What I Know about God
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£11.69
Union Square & Co. The Essential Wisdom of the Worlds Greatest
Book SynopsisThis collection gathers together hundreds of memorable quotations from the greatest leaders in history.
£9.99
Union Square & Co. Thy Own Lifes Key
Book SynopsisThe 366 quotes from classic literature in this deluxememory journal provide five years of approachablejournaling reflection for bibliophiles.
£14.99
Workman Publishing Change Happens: A Compendium of Wisdom
Book SynopsisA COMPENDIUM OF WISDOM “Just when I discovered the meaning of life, they changed it.” – GEORGE CARLIN When change comes we have two options: Resist it, and lose. Or go with the flow, and grow. Which means there’s really just one option—embracing change is the only path to living your true life. So laugh at it, with George Carlin. Celebrate it, like Patti Smith and David Bowie. Above all, grow with it, like Maya Angelou, Stephen Hawking, Rebecca Solnit, Rumi, and so many others. Arranged alphabetically by subject—including Adapting, Control, Faith, Letting Go, New Beginnings, Surprises—CHANGE HAPPENS is the book that says: You can do this…as often as you need to hear it. “Change is not merely necessary to life—it is life.” – ALVIN TOFFLER Exciting. But often painful. Exhilarating, but unsettling. Clarifying. Bewildering. Unpredictable, and yet inevitable. And usually all of those things at the same time. Like it or not, change happens, and when it does, here is a little book that offers true support—a collection of very wise words by very changed people who know just how you feel.
£10.44
Little, Brown & Company Quotes for Conservatives: Wit, Wisdom, and
Book SynopsisThis 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.
£12.34
Familius LLC For You: 100 Positive Reminders for When You Need
Book SynopsisWhen you need a pick-me-up, Jess Sharp, creator of @jessrachelsharp on Instagram, shares 100 illustrated messages of encouragement for your most difficult days. This chunky mini book is the perfect gift to say "You've got this!"
£7.59
Familius LLC Happiful: 100 Uplifting Illustrations for Your
Book SynopsisTake a journey with Jana Rushforth, illustrator behind the Instagram phenomenon @wordfindersclub. Hike through the lakes and mountains of the mind to discover your inner strength and your capacity for growth. This chunky mini book is the perfect gift for anyone on a quest for joy.
£7.59
Birlinn General Scottish Proverbs
Book SynopsisProverbs, once described as ‘the wisdom of many and the wit of one’, offer unique insights the way of life and the social mores of past generations. This book features an introduction which explores the role of proverbs in Scottish culture and over 1,000 proverbs arranged in easily accessible A–Z format. Many have been commonly used for hundreds of years, but modern sayings are also included. The addition of a comprehensive glossary will help you fully appreciate these colourful and often humorous nuggets of wisdom and advice. Jock’s a mislear’d imp, but ye’re a rum deil Jock may be mischievous, but he’s well behaved by your standards The fish that sooms in a dub will aye taste o’ mud You can never change your upbringing When ye can suit yer shanks to my shoon, ye may speak Don’t speak about me until you’ve been in a similar situation yourself
£6.99
Octopus Publishing Group Be Bright, Be Bold, Be You: Uplifting Quotes and
Book SynopsisThis small but mighty book of inspirational quotes and statements will boost your confidence, strengthen your resolve and take your awesome levels to the max. Don’t dim your inner light; let it shine!
£6.99
Octopus Publishing Group The Power of Kindness: Inspiring Stories,
Book SynopsisKindness mattersWhen times are hard, we pull together. Despite the difficulties of life during the coronavirus pandemic, love and kindness prevail.Dive into this heart-warming book and discover the many uplifting and inspiring acts of kindness that have come from the crisis. Read about the postman who donned fancy dress while doing his rounds to bring a smile to his community, the mum who set up a virtual story time for young children, or the schools that worked together to manufacture face masks for local care homes and hospitals.The coronavirus crisis may be a challenging time for the world, but the amazing stories in this book show that nobody is too small to make a difference - and that, no matter what, we can always find light in the darkness.
£9.49
Octopus Publishing Group I Love You: Romantic Quotes for the LGBTQ+
Book SynopsisLOVE is LOVE is LOVELove with pride and passion. Love with kindness and tenderness. Love with all your heart and soul. This collection of beautiful thoughts and joyful quotes from diverse voices is a celebration of what love means, and why love will always win.
£6.99
Octopus Publishing Group Be Strong: Kind Words for Difficult Times
Book SynopsisYou are enough You are brave and determined, and you can overcome any obstacle or setback that stands in your way. Whenever you struggle with your self-belief, pick yourself up with this little book of feel-good quotes and statements that will remind you how incredibly strong you are.
£6.99
Octopus Publishing Group Love is a Mutt: A Dog-Tastic Celebration of the
Book SynopsisLife is better with a muttThis collection of adorable photos of mongrels, mutts and crossbreeds will have you head-over-paws in loveThe dogs within these pages may be a mix of breeds, but they're pure of heart. Some are fluffy. Some are scruffy. Some are wire-haired. Some have velveteen fur or shiny locks. Whatever they look like, big or small, they're almost definitely lovable, mischievous and full of joy.This little book is a celebration of crossbreeds and mutts the world over. What mongrels lack in pedigree they more than make up for in cuteness, loyalty and love. Whether you've got one, want one or just think they're super-cute, these adorable pups are here to win your heart. Love is a Mutt will prove that home is where your pup is, and that it's not just any old dog who deserves to be your best friend - it's a mongrel.Table of Contents#N/A
£7.59
Octopus Publishing Group Rituals for Every Day: Simple Tips and Calming
Book SynopsisIncluding wise words, simple ideas and easy-to-follow advice, this soothing book will help you master the art of daily rituals A daily ritual is more than a routine: it’s an act of self-care that’s carried out mindfully, and with reverence. You could use a ritual to set an intention for your morning, to help you process difficult emotions, or to manifest your goals – but whichever kind you choose, a ritual will always bring focus to the present moment and imbue your life with a sense of calm and purpose. Within these pages you will find a raft of simple but effective rituals to try as well as tips to help you on your journey, including: Fitting rituals into a busy schedule How daily practice can improve your physical and mental well-being Inspiration for creating your own rituals Whether you use them to empower, energize, calm or inspire, daily rituals will help you to live fully and intentionally, and this beautiful book will guide you on your way.
£7.59
Headline Publishing Group Kamala Harris: Quotes to Live By
Book SynopsisKamala Harris: Quotes to Live By is a life-affirming collection of over 150 quotes from one of the world's most admired, relevant and exciting public figures today. As the daughter of immigrant parents from India and Jamaica, she rose to become district attorney of San Francisco, attorney general of California, United States senator and finally to achieve the pinnacle of all her firsts: the first female Black and Asian-American Vice President of the United States.Throughout her distinguished career, she has been recognized for speaking the truth, standing up to the powerful, fighting against injustice and inequality and advocating for those who could not defend themselves. Her support for Black Lives Matter and women's rights, as well as healthcare and immigration, along with her courage and determination, has made her a powerful force in politics and on the world stage.'But while I may be the first woman in this office, I will not be the last, because every little girl watching tonight sees that this is a country of possibilities.' Vice President-Elect acceptance speech, 7 November 2020'We're experiencing a moral reckoning with racism and systemic injustice that has brought a new coalition of conscience to the streets of our country.' First appearance as the nominee for Vice President, Wilmington, Delaware, 12 August 2020'There will be resistance to your ambition. There will be people who say to you, 'You are out of your lane'. They are burdened by only having the capacity to see what has always been, instead of what can be.' Black Girls Lead 2020 conference, 1 August 2020'Here's the truth people need to understand: To tackle the challenges of the twenty-first century, we must empower women and families. If we do not lift up women and families, everyone will fall short.' National Partnership for Women and Families Gala, 15 June 2017'Mr Vice President, I'm speaking. I'm speaking.' Vice Presidential Debate, 7 October 2020Table of ContentsWomen • Race, Identity & Rights • Voice & Leadership • Family & Community • Politics & Principles • America.
£7.82
Headline Publishing Group Joe Biden: Quotes to Live By
Book SynopsisJoe 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.
£7.82
Headline Publishing Group The Little Guide to Betty White: Everybody needs
Book SynopsisThe 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.Table of ContentsLife Lessons - With sage advice on everything from stage fright to friendships • Laughing Out Loud - A quick wit with expert comedic timing, here are some of her most memorable lines, scripted and unscripted • Show Business - Betty's insights on acting, the audience, and working in Tinseltown • Women & Romance - An early trailblazer for women in TV, Betty never let anything hold her back • Cats, Dogs... & Elephants - A love affair with pets and wildlife led her to promote more responsibility and kindness toward her special friends • Aging (Dis)Gracefully - Betty was pivotal in portraying the vibrant lives of senior women in the groundbreaking The Golden Girls and, in doing so, became a cultural icon for all generations.
£8.50
Headline Publishing Group The Little Book of Wrexham AFC: Over 170 Red Dragon facts & quotes!
Welcome to Wrexham! Everyone in the world is talking about Wrexham AFC – the Red Dragons are on fire. In 2023, the team achieved their fairy-tale dream of promotion after 15 agonising years of languishing at the very bottom of the lowest league. They did it, in part, thanks to two Hollywood superstars, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, who purchased the club in 2020, and promptly took the team on a superhero-inspired adventure back to the top of the turf.This provincial Welsh football club has now been catapulted onto the world's stage, thanks to the hit Disney+ documentary that followed the celebrities' acquisition, the mega-watt signings, and the dramatic twists and turns that felt straight out of a Hollywood script."I love every second of hating it. Wrexham AFC is the greatest drug on earth." Ryan ReynoldsFounded in 1864, the same year Abraham Lincoln was re-elected as president amidst America's Civil War, Wrexham is the oldest football club in Wales.
£8.50
Summersdale Publishers Bestie: The Perfect Gift to Celebrate Your BFF
Book Synopsis"Best friend" is a promise, not a label Your best friend is your whole world: the bubbles in your champagne, the one who lifts you up when you're feeling down and who fills your life with joy and sparkles. They know just what you're thinking just by looking at you, can make you laugh when you're sad, and will always be just a phone call away whenever you're in need of advice. Now and forever, we're in this together!True friendship is the most precious thing in the world, so celebrate your BFF with this fabulous collection of uplifting quotes and positive affirmations about the joys of being besties. Packed with wise words from ancient sages and modern icons alike, this is the perfect way to say thanks to your bestie for always being there to support you, to listen when you need to vent, and to celebrate every milestone and success in life.
£8.20
Headline Publishing Group Dream Big: Inspirational Quotes for Bold Women
Book SynopsisReach for the stars with these positive, empowering and confidence-building quotes and sayings. Focusing on aspiration and creativity, this book is ideal for any woman just beginning on her path in life or aiming to fulfil her innermost desires and dreams at any age. A great counter to self-limiting self-talk and fear, the motivational quotes will help you foster self-belief and see that no dream is truly impossible.'No matter where you are from, your dreams are valid.' - Lupita Nyong'o'You are allowed to be both a masterpiece and a work in progress simultaneously.' - Sophia Bush
£8.50
Headline Publishing Group The Little Book of United States Presidents: In
Book SynopsisInspirational leadership quotes from every President of the United States of America. The Little Book of United States Presidents is a fascinating collection of over 170 quotes from each person who has held the office, from George Washington to Donald Trump. Sometimes referred to as the Leader of the Free World, the President is elected to lead the United States in times of peace, struggle and in the face of war. The breadth and depth of the responsibility that comes with leading the executive branch offers each President the opportunity to let their thoughts be known and to influence the lives of the people. The Little Book of United States Presidents is a beautifully presented collection of inspirational and thought-provoking quotes from every US President, each of which offers the opportunity to learn from this remarkable collection of leaders. 'The future doesn't belong to the fainthearted; it belongs to the brave.' Ronald Reagan (40th) Republican, January 20, 1981 - January 20, 1989, Address to the Nation on the Explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger, January 28, 1986. 'Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate.' John F. Kennedy (35th) Democratic, January 20, 1961 - November 22, 1963, Inaugural Address, January 20, 1961. 'Throughout our history the American people have always been the true source of American greatness.' Donald Trump (45th), Republican, January 20, 2017 - Incumbent, Security strategy speech, December 18, 2017. Table of ContentsBy the Dawn’s Early Light • We the People • Big Stick Diplomacy • What You Can Do For Your Country • The Rockets Red Glare • Life, Liberty & the Pursuit of Happiness.
£7.82
Familius LLC BE Inspired: 200 Inspirational Quotes
Book SynopsisThis delightful inspirational quote book contains a collection of 200 quotes from famous minds to the lesser-known anonymous thinkers that will lift your spirits and make every day a little brighter. Each quote has been handpicked to help you embrace the power of positive thinking, inspire self-esteem, and summon your inner greatness. This beautifully packaged book also contains 3 inspirational notecards enclosed in a sealed envelope, decorative pages, and a sheet of labels to mark your favorite quotes for quick inspiration.
£11.04
Hatherleigh Press,U.S. Stoicism Quotes for Mind Body
£12.34
The University of Chicago Press The Daily Thomas Paine
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£14.87
The University of Chicago Press The Daily Sherlock Holmes
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£14.00
Columbia University Press Family Wisdom
Book SynopsisA collection of reflections on all aspects of family life from around the world. The book covers the passage of life, connections within the family, everyday dramas, and issues such as the media, racism, sexism and working mothers. It also contains advice from contemporary experts.
£64.00
University of Notre Dame Press Being in the World
Book SynopsisBeing in the World contains seven hundred and fifty of the most salient quotations found in the English translations of fifty-four works by Jacques Maritain organized into thematic chapters.Trade Review"Fr. Mario O. D'Souza's careful selection from the works of Jacques Maritain provides the reader with an invaluable sampling of Maritain's extensive philosophical work. In it, we find examples of Maritain's almost lyrical gift of expression as well as of his trenchant wit. More than a scholarly contribution, the volume also ably serves as an introduction and entrance into Maritain's corpus." —William Sweet, St. Francis Xavier University, Canada"Father D'Souza's wide-ranging collection of Maritain insights and reflections is most welcome. It is an extraordinarily useful and organized review of his mind at its best. I thought, as I read through these reminders of Maritain's genius, that I should like to have a class in which we did nothing for a semester or two but read carefully through the 'range of reason' that Maritain provides for us. We know of Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, and Aquinas and what such genius can see. We have in this collection a reminder of what this tradition could do and of what it did do when a man like Maritain worked his way through, in his own way, all that is. This contemplative 'working' is the true work of a genuine philosopher. This book is both needed and, yes, unexpected. Indeed, it is a delight in that proper sense of a 'delight of the mind.'" —James V. Schall, S. J., emeritus, Georgetown University"Being in the World: A Quotable Maritain Reader makes an original contribution to the field of Maritain studies and to philosophy generally. Maritain is a thinker of great insight and a writer with a fine style. It is very useful to lay out these quotes containing many of his insights and showing his methods and lines of argument. The volume will be of interest not only to philosophers but also to scholars and readers from other fields such as politics, the arts, religion, and education." —John Hittinger, University of St. Thomas“Being in the World is a collection of some seven hundred and fifty quotations selected and thematically arranged with the primary purpose of re-introducing a modern audience to Jacques Maritain . . . . Mario O. D’Souza expertly chose quotations that speak to or resonate with issues relevant to twenty-first century philosophical inquiry . . . . D’Souza provides an excellent overview to Maritain in the forward of the book plus a bibliography of Maritain sources and a useful index of concepts and names. Being in the World is recommended for all academic libraries.” —Catholic Library World“The editors of this collection of the writings of Jacques Maritain, one of the outstanding philosopher/theologians of the mid-20th century, provide a readable and ‘quotable’ resource for contemporary students, scholars, and theologians. D’Souza re-read 55 of Jacques Maritain’s works, took over 1,700 pages of notes, and organized them into a quotable corpus of 40 topics from ‘Aristotle’ to ‘Wisdom.’ The result is what well may be a classic study.” —The Catholic Journalist
£25.19
John Wiley & Sons Inc The Wiley Book of Business Quotations
Book SynopsisInstructive, well-organized . . . . The Wiley Book of Business Quotations is a worthy addition to your business bookshelf-USA Today This [is] a great book for speechwriters as well as writers . . . appealing to anyone interested in business-or, for that matter, life-as it is practiced today.-Houston Chronicle This groundbreaking book contains the most provocative, illuminating, and humorous comments about business today. ON COMPETITION . . . I don''t like my competitors. I don''t eat with them, don''t do anything with them except try to waste them.-Hugh McColl Jr., CEO of NationsBank ON MANAGEMENT . . . One''s objective should be to get it right, get it out, and get it over. You see, your problem won''t improve with age.-Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway ON LANGUAGE . . . George Orwell once blamed the demise of the English language on politics. It''s quite possible he never read a prospectus.-Arthur Levitt Jr., Chairman of the U.S. Securities andTable of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction 1. Advertising and Marketing 2. The Americas 3. Asia 4. Banking and Insurance 5. Business-Friendly Geography 6. Business Miscellany 7. Competition 8. Corporate Culture 9. Corporations 10. Customers 11. Directors 12. Diversity and Sexual Issues 13. The Economy 14. Education 15. Entrepreneurship 16. Ethics and Values 17. Europe 18. Europe-Western 19. European Community 20. Executives 21. Executive Diversions 22. Facing the Future 23. Finance 24. The Former Soviet Bloc ... 33. Markets and Trade 34. The Middle East and Africa 35. Money 36. The Professionals 37. Public Affairs 38. Public Interest Issues 39. Reengineering 40. The Roaring Eighties 41. Success 42. Wall Street 43. Words of Wisdom 44. Work Index of Names Index of Organizations
£18.69
Princeton University Press Neshatisms
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£12.34
Princeton University Press A Geological Miscellany 3277 Princeton Legacy
Book SynopsisTable of Contents*FrontMatter, pg. i*Preface, pg. vii*Contributors, pg. ix*Contents, pg. xi*Acknowledgements, pg. xvii*Uniformitarian Meanders, pg. 1*4004 BC, pg. 2*Brief Thoughts on Maps, pg. 3*Variable Strata, pg. 4*Biblical Uniformitarianism, pg. 5*Geological Literature, pg. 5*On the Prospects of Coal near Otakaia, Otago, pg. 6*The Discovery of the South Magnetic Pole, pg. 11*Geologists in Antarctica, pg. 19*Oceanography at Wisconsin, pg. 19*Sampling the Sea Floor in 1820, pg. 20*The Last Pterodactyl, pg. 24*Plain Geology, pg. 26*Pardon?, pg. 29*Rocks, Whistles and Last Trumps, pg. 30*The First Seismograph, pg. 30*The San Francisco Earthquake, pg. 31*Earthquake in Valdivia, pg. 32*Legal Slip, pg. 33*Einstein and Gutenberg, pg. 33*A Scientific Swindler, pg. 34*Alfred Wegener, Meteorologist (1870-1930), pg. 42*Et Al., pg. 45*On Brevity, pg. 45*Poppycock, pg. 46*Rock Bottom, pg. 46*Annual Mileage, pg. 47*Student Field Trip, pg. 48*Travelling Expenses, pg. 48*Victorian Geology, pg. 49*Life on the Ocean Wave, pg. 50*Geology in London, pg. 51*William Buckland 1784-1856), pg. 51*Divining for Metals, pg. 54*Proof Spirit, pg. 57*Feasting, pg. 58*Fasting, pg. 59*Struthiomimus, or the Danger of Being Too Clever, pg. 59*Burnet and His Critics, pg. 61*Expert Advice, pg. 70*Compiling Maps, pg. 70*Joining-up, pg. 70*Theories of the Earth, 1828, pg. 71*Pursuing a Line of Thought, pg. 78*Petrifications, pg. 78*The Excursion, pg. 80*Respect for the Director General, pg. 81*Bureaucracy, 1885, pg. 81*Official Letters, pg. 82*Irish Debt, pg. 83*The Village and Its Amusements, pg. 84*Poor Smith, pg. 85*Odd Balls, pg. 86*Time and Tide, pg. 86*Old Magma, pg. 87*Magmafication, pg. 87*A Fossil Town, pg. 89*In Aquavitae, Veritas, pg. 91*On the Effects of Malt Whisky, pg. 91*Traits of My Early Childhood, pg. 91*Self-esteem, pg. 92*Transient Love, pg. 93*Haute Cuisine, pg. 94*Motivating Research, pg. 96*Marsh and Cope, pg. 97*A Visit to Dr Woodward, pg. 100*Cephalopods Cure Cramp in Cows, pg. 101*Ad Infinitum, pg. 102*Collecting in 1728, pg. 102*The Specimen Hunter, pg. 103*Self-possession, pg. 103*Mary Anning, pg. 103*Welsh Pronunciation: the Sedgwick Way, pg. 105*Plesiosaurus triatarsostinus, pg. 106*A New Approach, pg. 108*Plus Ca Change, pg. 110*Geology in 1969, pg. 110*The Piltdown Hoax, pg. 111*Sedgwick on The Origin of Species, pg. 113*Aping the Past, pg. 113*Letter to the Earth, pg. 114*Geology-the Hypothetical Science, pg. 115*A Geologist's Paradise, pg. 116*The Great Diamond Hoax, pg. 116*Mark Twain-Geologist, pg. 124*Theorists, pg. 130*Ami Boue, pg. 130*Dress and Equipment 100 Years Ago, pg. 132*Darwin and Sedgwick in the Field, pg. 134*Darwin on Lyell, pg. 135*Lyell as Statesman and Gourmand, pg. 136*Cabbage Rolls, pg. 140*Trace Elements in Food, pg. 141*Lab. Work, pg. 142*Chemists and Geologists, pg. 142*In Situ, pg. 143*Cuvier's Study, pg. 144*The Jolly Young Trilobite, pg. 145*Potted Geology, pg. 146*Science and Economists, pg. 147*In Memoriam, pg. 148*Field Trip-New Mexico, pg. 149*Moderation in All Things, pg. 152*Storm Warning, pg. 152*... But Names Can Never Hurt Me, pg. 153*Call a Spade a Spade, pg. 154*Linnaeus Simplified, pg. 154*Musty Dons, pg. 155*Rote Learning, pg. 157*Practical Demonstrations, pg. 158*Student Assessment, pg. 160*Rara Avis, pg. 161*The Giant's Causeway, pg. 161*Triangular Diagrams, pg. 162*'Frisky Hall', pg. 162*Experimental Folding, pg. 163*The Pick and Hammer Club, pg. 164*Russian Efficiency, pg. 166*Stone Juice, pg. 168*Acknowledgement, pg. 168*Geological Poachers, pg. 169*Pretty Stones, pg. 170*Magnetic Attraction, pg. 172*E. B. Bailey (1881-1965), pg. 172*Ruskin on Rocks, pg. 173*The Death of Pliny the Elder, pg. 174*Vesuvius, pg. 176*Volcanic Moulds, pg. 179*Fecal Petrofabrics, pg. 180*Suggestions re Field Work, etc., pg. 181*AWOL, pg. 183*Powell in the Grand Canyon, pg. 184*The Min. Mag., pg. 190*The Cosmic Achoo!, pg. 191*Index, pg. 193
£80.75
Johns Hopkins University Press A Dictionary of Environmental Quotations
Book SynopsisIt includes two indexes, one by subject and one by author.Trade ReviewFascinating and original... I cannot imagine a reference work so useful to those concerned with man's place in the natural world. -- Charles E. Little Wilderness
£29.25
Johns Hopkins University Press What about Darwin
Book SynopsisThe quotations trace a broad conversation about Darwin across great distances of time and space, revealing his profound influence on the great thinkers of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.Trade ReviewAn invaluable source book on the reactions of important thinkers to Darwin's ideas and to the man himself. In addition, [Glick] has created an entertaining volume that lends itself to browsing and to sparking unlikely connections. Choice 2010Table of ContentsPreface IntroductionChapter 1. AChapter 2. BChapter 3. CChapter 4. DChapter 5. EChapter 6. FChapter 7. GChapter 8. HChapter 9. IChapter 10.J Chapter 11. KChapter 12. LChapter 13. MChapter 14. NChapter 15. OChapter 16. PChapter 17. QChapter 18. RChapter 19. SChapter 20. TChapter 21. UChapter 22. VChapter 23. WChapter 24. XChapter 25. YChapter 26. ZIndex
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Bucknell University Press,U.S. The Quotable Voltaire
Book SynopsisThe author of more than 2,000 books and pamphlets, Voltaire (François-Marie Arouet, 1694-1778) was one of the most prolific writers of the eighteenth century, and also one of the wittiest and most insightful. This unique collection of over 800 of Voltaire’s wisest passages and choicest bons mots runs the gamut on topics from adultery to Zoroaster, in both English and French. Drawing from a wide range of his publications, private letters, and remarks recorded by his contemporaries, The Quotable Voltaire includes material never before gathered in a single volume. English translations appear alongside the original French, and each quote is thoroughly indexed and referenced, with page numbers for both the first known publication edition of each entry and the most recent edition of Voltaire’s works. The book also features over 400 quotes about Voltaire, including commentary by eighteenth-century luminaries like Samuel Johnson, Catherine the Great, Casanova, and John Adams, as well as an eclectic assortment of modern-day personages ranging from Winston Churchill and Jorge Luis Borges to Mae West and Mike Tyson. Lavishly illustrated with nearly three dozen images of Voltaire-related art, this collection opens with a scholarly essay that recounts the great man’s life and reflects on his outsized influence on Western culture. Whether you are a Voltaire scholar or a neophyte, The Quotable Voltaire is the perfect introduction to a brilliant mind. Trade Review"Voltaire was one of history's wittiest and most incisive writers. His championing of tolerance and freedom is more relevant to today's world than ever. The editors have compiled Voltaire's greatest remarks into a fascinating and inspiring volume. Anybody who is interested in quotations, which means pretty much everyone on the planet, should devour this book." -- Fred Shapiro * editor of the Yale Book of Quotations *“Garry Apgar and Edward Langille sifted through Voltaire’s voluminous correspondence and writings in order to compile this unique collection of material. Non-specialist readers will delight in Voltaire’s one-liners. Scholars in any number of fields will profit fromThe Quotable Voltaire on multiple levels, and will appreciate the precise bibliographical references and the contextual commentary accompanying many of the entries.” -- Servanne Woodward * editor of le Monde français du dix-huitième siècle *"Voltaire was one of history's wittiest and most incisive writers. His championing of tolerance and freedom is more relevant to today's world than ever. The editors have compiled Voltaire's greatest remarks into a fascinating and inspiring volume. Anybody who is interested in quotations, which means pretty much everyone on the planet, should devour this book." -- Fred Shapiro * editor of the Yale Book of Quotations *“Garry Apgar and Edward Langille sifted through Voltaire’s voluminous correspondence and writings in order to compile this unique collection of material. Non-specialist readers will delight in Voltaire’s one-liners. Scholars in any number of fields will profit fromThe Quotable Voltaire on multiple levels, and will appreciate the precise bibliographical references and the contextual commentary accompanying many of the entries.” -- Servanne Woodward * editor of le Monde français du dix-huitième siècle *
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