'It would be unfair to expect other people to be as remarkable as oneself' Wilde's celebrated witticisms on the dangers of sincerity, duplicitous biographers, the stupidity of the English - and his own genius. One of 46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Each book gives readers a taste of the Classics' huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, hear...
Releasedatum: 2016-03-03 € 1,49
This book is about some very nice quotes from Albert Einstein. The German born physicist who developed the general theory of relativity and was the winner of the Nobel prize in 1921. The quotes in the book are illustrated with some fine pictures.
Releasedatum: 2015-04-25 € 0,99
Sir Winston Leonard Spencer Churchill made an unconventional entry to this world. The son of Lord Randolph Churchill and Lady Jennie arrived prematurely in a small room, which was at the time serving as a ladies’ cloakroom, at Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire on the night of 30 November 1874. After a life marked by frequent similarly unconventional incidents, he died quietly on the morning of 24 January 1965 in a bedroom at 28 Hyde Park Gate, London after a week’s coma caused by a stroke. Betwee...
Releasedatum: 2011-04-05 € 4,49
--- BIGGEST COLLECTION OF MAYA ANGELOU QUOTES --- Marguerite Annie Johnson alias Maya Angelou (April 4, 1928 - May 28, 2014), an American author, poet and civil right activist. Angelou is famous for her series of seven autobiographies, which focus on her childhood and early adult experiences. She received dozens of awards and more than 50 honorary degrees. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings is a 1969 autobiography and first of her seven famous autobiographies. Angelou uses her autobiography to expl...
Releasedatum: 2016-02-06 € 1,99
An extraordinary literary journey, 100 Years celebrates every age from birth to 100 with quotations from the world’s greatest writers. This literary tapestry of the human experience will delight readers of all backgrounds. Moving year by year through the words of our most beloved authors, the great sequence of life reveals itself—the wonders and confinements of childhood, the emancipations and frustrations of adolescence, the empowerments and millstones of adulthood, the recognitions and res...
Releasedatum: 2016-05-03 € 7,99
The wit and wisdom of Robert A. Heinlein's character, Lazarus Long. "Not only America's premier writer of speculative fiction, but the greatest writer of such fiction in the world … [Heinlein] remains today as a sort of trademark for all that is finest in American imaginative fiction." - Stephen King "There is no other writer whose work has exhilarated me as often and to such an extent as Heinlein." - Dean Koontz "One of the most influential writers in American Literature." -...
Releasedatum: 2013-08-30 € 3,99
Find the right words to encourage yourself and others in this collection of inspirational quotations. Pursuing a dream is hard work, but the right words delivered at the right time—by people who’ve been there and done that—can give us just the motivation we need. The right words can rekindle our enthusiasm, re-energize our efforts, dispel doubt, let us know we’re not alone, and show us that the fight is worth it—and winnable. Kathryn and Ross Petras are masters at choosing and deliveri...
Releasedatum: 2014-04-22 € 7,99
Iedereen Elke Dag Plezier (IEDP) is er voor mensen die vrolijkheid, plezier, behulpzaamheid en positiviteit een belangrijke plek in hun leven willen geven. IEDP is in Nederland het grootste en meest interactieve platform op LinkedIn. Een plek waar men plezier en positiviteit kan brengen en halen, zowel privé als zakelijk. Binnen een jaar sloten zich meer dan 50.000 enthousiastelingen aan en ruim dertig Nederlandse bedrijven hebben dit gedachtegoed geïntegreerd in hun dagelijkse praktijk. Vorig...
Releasedatum: 2012-07-05 € 9,99
" Chinese Proverbs and Popular Sayings is for everyday readers looking for pithy sayings, deeper understanding of the Chinese culture and a unique look at the Chinese language." - The Rapidian " Chinese Proverbs and Popular Sayings opens a diverting and useful window on Chinese language and culture." - Asian Review of Books This treasury of Chinese wisdom presents over five hundred proverbs while offering keys to culture and language. Here are both the familiar, earnest sayings of Confucius and ...
Releasedatum: 2012-05-08 € 9,99
Sir Winston Churchill remains a British hero, lauded for his oratorical skill. He wrote histories, biographies, memoirs, and even a novel, while his journalism, speeches and broadcasts run to millions of words. From 1940 he inspired and united the British people and guided their war effort. Behind the public figure, however, was a man of vast humanity and enormous wit. His most famous speeches and sayings have passed into history but many of his aphorisms, puns and jokes are less well-known. Thi...
Releasedatum: 2011-06-09 € 4,99
Keep Calm and Carry On was a World War 2 government poster discovered in a dusty box nine years ago. Though it never saw the light of day in 1939 (it was only supposed to go up if Britain was invaded), it has suddenly struck a chord in our current difficult times, now we are in need of a stiff upper lip and optimistic energy once again. Gordon Brown had one up in 10 Downing Street and James May wears a Keep Calm T-shirt on the telly - it is suddenly everywhere. The book is packed full of similar...
Releasedatum: 2009-07-15 € 5,49
The classic reference work. As explained in the preface: "The object of this work is to show, to some extent, the obligations our language owes to various authors for numerous phrases and familiar quotations which have become "household words."
Releasedatum: 2009-02-01 € 0,49
Writer, broadcaster, and wit Gyles Brandreth has completely revised Ned Sherrin's classic collection of wisecracks, one-liners, and anecdotes. Add sparkle to your speeches and presentations, or just enjoy a good laugh in company with Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Joan Rivers, Kathy Lette, Frankie Boyle, and friends.
Releasedatum: 2013-10-17 € 17,99
Richard Dawkins is arguably the best known atheist in the world. Although professionally a respected Evolutionary Biologist, his outspoken views against religion have made him one of the most controversial characters alive today. Dawkins is never short of interesting and intellectual things to say. This book collates some of his most interesting and thought-provoking quotes on a variety of subjects.
Releasedatum: 2014-09-07 € 2,99
Besides her famous diaries and erotica, Anaïs Nin (1903-1977) is known for her inspirational and insightful quotations. When one googles “Anaïs Nin quotes,” more than 21,000 websites appear, making her one of the most oft-quoted authors on the web. This alone is reason enough to collect her most popular and meaningful quotations into one book, but there is another as well: the inaccuracies and misinformation which frequently occur in our cut-and-paste internet culture. The Quotable Anaïs ...
Releasedatum: 2014-06-16 € 4,99
It was in the eleventh day of the fifth month of 1981, malignant melanoma, a dangerous breed of cancer, took away the life of one of the most influential singer of the modern era, Robert Nesta "Bob" Marley. At that day, it was not just the 2 million Jamaicans who were shocked, the whole world wept with them, the whole world wept, hearing the early departure of the king of Reggae. Before he left us at the very age of 36, he contributed not only a collection of everlasting music, but also a cluste...
Releasedatum: 2018-11-15 € 1,99
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the spiritual leader and founder of TM aka Transcendental Meditation was an Indian born foremost teachers of meditation. He was the first to familiarize TM to the west and rose to fame in the 1960’s as the spiritual mentor of The Beatles. Attributed as HIs Holiness by his devotees, he is often named as ‘giggling guru’ for his frequently laughing nature. Maharishi was born as Mahesh Prasad Varma, somewhere in Madhya Pradesh. Completing his graduation, he became an ard...
Releasedatum: 2018-10-06 € 1,99
A treasure-trove of illuminating and entertaining quotations from beloved physicist Richard P. Feynman "Some people say, ‘How can you live without knowing?' I do not know what they mean. I always live without knowing. That is easy. How you get to know is what I want to know."—Richard P. Feynman Nobel Prize–winning physicist Richard P. Feynman (1918–88) was that rarest of creatures—a towering scientific genius who could make himself understood by anyone and who became as famous for the ...
Releasedatum: 2015-09-29 € 20,99
One of the most inspirational voices in science today, Neil deGrasse Tyson is somebody with a contagious passion for his field of work. Although not as well known outside America, he is one of the few members of the scientific community who is truly able to effectively communicate complex concepts to the common man. This book brings together some of his most interesting comments on a number of different subjects.
Releasedatum: 2014-12-09 € 2,99
Winston Churchill is without doubt one of the best known names in British history. Notable for his revered leadership qualities, Churchill was also a much-quoted figure. From his words, it's obvious that Churchill was not just a politician, but also a philosopher. This book brings together some of his finest quotes on a variety of subjects, from his opinions on war to his views on life, as well as some of his more humorous moments.
Releasedatum: 2014-09-07 € 2,99
A selection of the best earning money, saving, investing, wealth creation, income, spending, fortune, prosperity and richness quotes from billionaire tycoons, investors, actors, inventors, business magnate, political leaders, economists, entrepreneurs, investment advisers from around the world. These quotes can help you to build your wealth, earn and save money, buy stocks, see opportunities, run a business... Learn from those who succeeded. A collection of more than 400 quotes from: Warren Buff...
Releasedatum: 2014-06-13 € 1,49
"I have put my genius into my life," declared Oscar Wilde, adding, "I have put only my talent into my works." This gift edition of the renowned poet and playwright's aphorisms draws upon both realms. Hundreds of sparkling jests and epigrams include quips from Wilde's personal letters and conversations as well as his fiction, essays, lectures, and plays. The most comprehensive collection of Wilde's witticisms, it will delight both longtime fans and new readers.
Releasedatum: 2014-05-05 € 6,99
Här ryms inte mindre än bortåt sex tusen visdomsord från närapå alla världens hörn, allvarliga och skämtsamma om varandra. Till favoriterna hör La Rochefoucauld ”Alla klagar på sitt dåliga minne men ingen på sitt dåliga förstånd”, Oscar Wilde ”När folk håller med mig får jag alltid en känsla av att jag måste ha fel, Helen Rowland ”När en man gör en kvinna till sin hustru är det den största komplimang han kan ge henne – och i regel den sista”. Svenska ordstäv...
Releasedatum: 2013-09-11 € 7,99
It is impossible to imagine the universe, someone said, without Wilde’s epigrams. Their secret is that they can be at once true and false. As we absorb the paradox, our view of life is extended and enlarged. Here, in small compass, is a collection of more than 400 of Wilde’s best sayings, culled from his plays and other writings. Wilde’s wit is never ponderous or pretentious. Like Falstaff, Wilde is not only gay himself but the inspiration of gaiety in others.
Releasedatum: 1997-07-17 € 2,49
From the author of the multimillion-selling The Peter Principle, and The Peter Prescription, here is a timeless collection of some of history's greatest and best-expressed thoughts. Organized alphabetically by subject -- from Ability to Zoos -- and completely cross-refernced by related categories, Peter's Quotations is a joy to use. Packed with many unusual and little-known quotations of great wit, Dr. Peter's reference book is not only fun to read -- an idea mine for writers, students, and publ...
Releasedatum: 2013-08-06 € 9,99
Lee Kuan Yew played the pivotal role in Singapore’s transition from British Crown Colony to independent developing nation, and on to the economically powerful and diplomatically influential city-state it is today. Throughout this surprising and at times painful journey, he has proved a charismatic and occasionally controversial leader. Lee is a conviction politician whose speeches are unambiguous, characterful and eminently quotable; this collection of almost 600 short quotations provide...
Releasedatum: 2013-05-30 € 7,49
Finding true joy in life shouldn’t be a treasure hunt. Enjoy this collection of quotes, based on appreciating life’s pleasures and finding happiness. 365 quotes to make you laugh, smile and cry. “The Constitution only guarantees the American people the right to pursue happiness. You have to catch it yourself.” ~ Author unknown
Releasedatum: 2013-03-30 € 0,99
A collection of fun and feisty quotes to tickle your taste buds from chefs to celebrities with some surprising sources - no pun intended!
Releasedatum: 2013-03-13 € 0,99
Quotes to inspire and motivate you when you are staring at a blank page. Inspirational writing quotes to get your creative juices flowing from some of our famous and brilliant authors such as Charlotte Bronte, Terry Pratchett, Stephen King and Mark Twain.
Releasedatum: 2013-02-06 € 0,99
Revised and expanded to include over 1,200 quotations, The Military Quotation Book brings together the wisdom of fallen heroes and living politicians, honored statesman and rebellious writers--quoting official edicts as well as off-the-record remarks. Among the most authoritative--and the most opinionated--are: *General Douglas MacArthur--"It is fatal to enter any war without the will to win it." *Winston Churchill--"Courage is rightly esteemed the first of human qualities." *Stalin--"Everyone i...
Releasedatum: 2013-05-14 € 10,99
This dictionary assembles 2,513 English proverbs and their Italian equivalents. Equivalent proverbs are those which express the same concept, be it literally, such as “Love is blind” = “L’amore è cieco,” or with completely different words, such as“Every cloud has a silver lining” = “Non tutto il male viene per nuocere.” The Dictionary is a very useful reference tool for scholars of the two languages, for researchers working in various associated fields such as linguistics, lit...
Releasedatum: 2011-10-29 € 5,99
Do you sometimes get stuck for the right expression? The situation is not only embarrassing but also undermines one`s confidence! This book is designed to enhance written and spoken English of readers. Besides, the book will be of immense help to almost everyone engaged in the pursuit of knowledge-- schoolchildren, college students, parents, teachers and professionals. The 2,000 phrases and sentences in this book highlight the rich tapestry of expressions in the English language. Many word...
Releasedatum: 2003-11-25 € 4,49
Timeless in their wisdom, thought-provoking in their message, surprising in their truth and memorable in their originality, the right words can give direction, inspiration, and sometimes a tangible boost onto the right path. For example, Steve Jobs once read “Stay hungry Stay foolish” on the back cover of The Whole Earth Catalog , and those four words came to guide his life. Created by Kathryn and Ross Petras, connoisseurs of quotes, whose books and calendars have over 56 million copies in p...
Releasedatum: 2021-09-21 € 1,99
The present "Book of Quotations" was undertaken in the belief that, notwithstanding the many excellent compilations of the kind already in existence, there was room for another that should glean its materials from a wider area, and that should have more respect to the requirements, both speculative and practical, of the times we live in. The wide-spread materials at command had never yet been collected into a single volume, and certain modern writings, fraught with a wisdom that supremely deserv...
Releasedatum: 2021-01-21 € 0,99
The Indian spiritual guru, Osho Rajneesh earned millions of followers worldwide with his spiritual practice of dynamic meditation. This controversial figure was also a gifted speaker, who never shied away from his views though much of them were considered as taboo by the conventional society. Born to an Indian family, he was claimed to have attained spiritual enlightenment when he was 21. Quitting an academic career, Osho spent his later years to spread his thoughts and philosophy on spiritualit...
Releasedatum: 2020-05-18 € 2,99
Seize the day! Once you fall into a routine, it can be hard to find your way out again – but if you know where to look, excitement, joy and new experiences are never far away! Packed with fabulously simple suggestions to inspire your morning, jazz up your evening or wake up your weekend, this little book will help you say “yes” to adventure and put the spice back into everyday life.
Releasedatum: 2020-03-12 € 4,49
In this latest book — Words of Wisdom (Third Edition)— more than 700 quotes have been added into the book. The content has also been rearranged according to one’s occupations. We are attempting to distill wisdom accumulated over 5,000 years into a small handbook, in order to allow readers to enjoy, learn and increase their wisdom — who wouldn’t want to do that? A wise man once said that history is studied by 2 types of people, smart people and stupid people! Those who are stupid, study...
Releasedatum: 2020-01-10 € 11,99
The Wit and WIsdom of William Shakespeare This is the world’s best William Shakespeare quotes collection, including the wittiest and most poignant words from the inimitable English Bard - plus a biography of the amazing man’s unique and unbelievable life. Shakespeare is known for his amazing wordplay and sharp sense of humor. So, get this quote collection right now and start enjoying and being inspired by the words inside like never before!
Releasedatum: 2018-10-12 € 8,49
Alan Watts was the most prominent personality of the Zen Buddhism, who popularized the Eastern philosophy for the Western world. This naturalized American author’s writings were particularly famous among the so-called "beat generation" of the late 1950s and early 1960s. He is the author of more than 25 books including ne of the best selling books on Buddhism, ‘The Way of Zen’ and ‘Nature, Man and Woman’. With a master’s degree in Theology, he was an Episcopal priest for a short time ...
Releasedatum: 2018-10-03 € 1,99
From the bestselling 1001 series, comes a collection of 1001 quotations from numerous brilliant minds of the Ancient World through to the present day. With quotes from everyone including Marcus Aurelius, Sun Tzu, Shakespeare and Nietzsche through to Ellen DeGeneres, Nelson Mandela, Mark Zuckerberg and Monty Python's Flying Circus, there is an immense range of ideas, witticisms and musings to ponder. The quotations cover a wide range of topics, including art and literature, culture, philosophy, p...
Releasedatum: 2018-03-12 € 3,99
For common men, Bruce Lee is a martial arts icon and is renowned for his fearsome action in movies. Once we dip into the depth, it will be revealed that there persisted a philosopher inside Bruce. It was reflected in his talks, movies and the books he wrote. The ‘Be Water my Friend’, and ‘a finger pointing at the moon’ are some of the famous quotes he shared. This book is a compiled collection of his famous quotes of various genres like Motivational, Martial arts, Self Deve...
Releasedatum: 2017-10-03 € 2,99
Efter Dag Hammarskjölds död i september 1961 fann man i hans bostad i New York ett manuskript med titeln Vägmärken. I ett närslutet brev kallade han anteckningarna för ”en sorts ´vitbok´ rörande mina förhandlingar med mig själv – och Gud”. Dag Hammarskjölds bok är idag en klassiker. Efter utgivningen 1963 har Vägmärken översatts till en mängd språk – och nya läsare finner ständigt vägen till en av den svenska litteraturens mest säregna tänkare. "Leende, öppen, omu...
Releasedatum: 2017-05-02 € 8,99
More than 150 years after its original publication, Bartlett's Familiar Quotations has been completely revised and updated for its eighteenth edition. Bartlett's showcases a sweeping survey of world history, from the times of ancient Egyptians to present day. New authors include Warren Buffett, the Dalai Lama, Bill Gates, David Foster Wallace, Emily Post, Steve Jobs, Jimi Hendrix, Paul Krugman, Hunter S. Thompson, Jon Stewart, Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, Barack Obama, Che Guevara, Randy Pausch, Desmo...
Releasedatum: 2014-12-02 € 4,49
A giftable, illustrated collection of quotes and pithy advice--equal parts self-help and grooming guide--by quintessential American poet and writer Walt Whitman. In 1858, famed American author Walt Whitman penned a series of newspaper columns under a pseudonym on the subject of “manly health and training,” shortly before his landmark third edition of Leaves of Grass was published. Recently discovered for the first time in 150 years, the fascinating manifesto contains the renowned poet’s ad...
Releasedatum: 2017-04-04 € 3,99
Edición definitiva de citas del eminente político y Nobel de Literatura en el 50º aniversario de su fallecimiento Carismático, erudito y con frecuencia controvertido, Winston Churchill ha sido uno de los líderes más importantes del siglo xx, y uno de los más ingeniosos. Su famoso sentido del humor y sus burlas han supuesto que muchas de sus bromas y réplicas sean casi tan conocidas como sus célebres discursos de guerra. Richard M. Langworth incorpora en este volumen tanto las ocurrencia...
Releasedatum: 2015-01-01 € 8,99
Sir Philip Anthony Hopkins is one of the greatest living actor and a charismatic personality. He is having around 50 year long film career and many international awards in his name including academy award for best actor in the year 1991 for his marvelous performance in the movie ‘The Silence of the Lambs’, in which he played the role of Hannibal Lecter. Though he has more than a dozen of acclaimed movies in his name, ‘The Silence of the Lambs’ is considered as one of his best. Hannibal L...
Releasedatum: 2016-02-11 € 3,49
The name Theodor Seuss Geisel may not be well known, but his pseudonym Dr. Seuss is. He was one of the main icons of children books in the first half of 20th century. His illustrations are undying and even after the approach of modern day animated beings, his illustrated characters still feels lively. It is a matter of fact that, his works were for children. But his sayings and quotations suits anyone when taken wholly. This book, '250 Dr. Seuss Quotes' contains two hundred and fifty quotes of D...
Releasedatum: 2016-02-02 € 1,99
Nothing defines a culture as distinctly as its language, and the element of language that best encapsulates a society's values and beliefs is its proverbs. Proverbs are short and pithy sayings that express some traditionally held truth. They are usually metaphorical and often, for the sake of memorability, alliterative. And, as so many proverbs offer advice and uplift. This book contains over 1500 of the most important and well-known English proverbs.
Releasedatum: 2015-07-01 € 2,99
Beste Nederlandstalige boek met vele Liefdesgroeten en Liefdescitaten Deze boek geeft je citaten, wijsheden en spreuken om de ideale tekst te vinden voor je liefje! • Romantische citaten • Liefdesverklaringen • Spreuken en wijsheden • "Ik hou van jou" in 200 andere talen
Releasedatum: 2015-04-16 € 1,99
It is rare that a scientist’s reputation transcends the world of science so much as to become a household name. Stephen Hawking, however, is one such example. Widely regarded as one of the top physicists of modern times, Hawking has made revolutionary discoveries in the field of cosmology and is a prolific author of books and scientific papers, despite having been almost completely paralysed for many years. This book contains some of Hawking’s views on a variety of topics in order to give an...
Releasedatum: 2014-11-17 € 2,99