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By any measure, the 2008 presidential race has been historic. The race has created an enthusiasm and a high degree of interest in politics few have ever seen before. At the center of the race is Barack Obama, the first African American to become the presumptive Democratic nominee. Many Americans agree with his politics, and many don't, but most agree he is an incredible force in today's highly-charged political world, and has come along at one of the most crucial, difficult times in our nation's history. For a sense of what has transpired in this campaign and how it is different from...

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Reflections on Society and Life presents controversial and thought-provoking ideas on a variety of subjects.
An original, bold and insightful collection of over 600 aphorisms on social, political, economic and personal issues.
The aphorisms presented here express an idea, truth, sentiment, or opinion. They range from the simple to the deep, and from humorous to serious. Beyond their capacity to entertain, their value lies in the fact that they can be used as points of departure for discussing, expanding, honing and reflecting on your own thoughts, beliefs and viewpoints.
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This inspiring collection features more than 700 quotes from more than 400 notable women, ranging from Charlotte Bronte and Helen Keller, to Eleanor Roosevelt, Mother Teresa, Simone de Beauvoir, and Hillary Clinton.

Organized thematically, the selections explore a wide variety of subjects including: family, faith, character, education, leadership, the arts, humor, politics, self-image, women, and success. The Words of Extraordinary Women is a fascinating compendium that celebrates the most important female voices throughout history.

"Browse the delightful Bardisms to find a fitting quote for any mood, moment, or occasion. But read it through to learn how to enjoy Shakespeare and bring more of his language into your daily life." -- Jacob Weisberg, Editor of Slate magazine and author of Bushisms

"A fantastic reference for anyone who loves Shakespeare " -- Steve Martin

From renowned Shakespearean director Barry Edelstein comes Bardisms a straightforward, accessible guide to using Shakespeare's wit and wisdom at special occasions of every type. Over the course of his career,...