Kategoria BISAC: Reference >> Quotations

Dead White Guys is a timely defense of the great books, arriving in the middle of a national debate about the fate of these books in high schools and universities around the country. Burriesci shows how the great books can enrich our lives as individuals, as citizens, and in our careers. Extending the argument first made by Anna Quinndlen's on the act of reading itself, How Reading Changed My Life," ("It is like the rubbing of two sticks together to make a fire, the act of reading, an improbable pedestrian task that leads to heat and light, ) Burriesci reminds us all of the enormous...

'Writers on... Drink' illustrates the complex, funny and fraught relationships between writers and this most human of vices. This collection of thoughts on alcohol, poured onto the page, gives a taste of the literary world's greatest insights on imbibing. Pens-down, and bottoms-up

The 'Writers on...' series is a collection of extracts, anecdotes and occasional philosophical musings from the world's most well known authors. This book of quotes, inspirational poems, letters, and quips, celebrates writers who have an individual, creative outlook on the world; on subjects from 'drink'...

The 'Writers on...' series is a collection of extracts, anecdotes, quotations and occasional philosophical musings from the world's most influential authors. It celebrates writers who have an individual, creative outlook on the world; on subjects from 'drink' to 'death', and 'love' to 'libraries'. Starting with ancient civilisations and moving towards the present day, this collection of intellectual and often humorous reflections provides a fascinating insight into a vast array of topics. What all these issues have in common though, is that in some way they have all enthused, influenced,...

This delightful collection of quotes reveals the life lessons we can glean from our time in the kitchen. With gorgeous food photographs and heartwarming down-home kitchen shots throughout, this ode to kitchen wisdom passes down sayings and advice that even Grandma would approve of, from generations of...

Believe in Yourself shares 50 doodle art images of inspiring sayings, quotes, and words printed on one side of the page for all ages to color. Quotes from famous authors include Charles Dickens, Emily Dickinson, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Helen Keller, Eleanor Roosevelt, William Shakespeare, Socrates, Walt Whitman, and more. The book also includes sayings and words from Have Faith and Patience to Dare to Be Brave, I Am Enough, and You Are Worth It. Each doodle art image has been carefully selected to provide plenty of enjoyment, inspiration, and relaxation.

"I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it." --Maya Angelou

This inspirational little book is packed with uplifting and positive quotations to spur you into action and give you a high-five. Let nothing stop you and nobody knock you, because you're awesome--and don't you forget it

Ganz im Jetzt enthalt illustrierte Sinnspruche, die auszumalen Freude bereiten. Idyllische Zeichnungen und Muster, unterlegt mit Zitaten, die Ihnen helfen, sich ganz auf den Moment zu konzentrieren. Wenn Sie uber die Spruche nachsinnen, wahrend Sie malen, konnen Sie sich entspannen, Stress abbauen und sich mit sich selber im Reinen fuhlen.

Das Malbuch ist fur Heranwachsende und Erwachsene geeignet. Sie mussen kein Kunstler sein, um die positive Energie der Kreativitat genieen zu konnen; fangen Sie einfach an zu malen - dies wird Ihnen helfen, sich zu sammeln und im Jetzt zu...

Take a new approach to success Let words of wisdom from billionaires, entrepreneurs, and businesspeople motivate you and help you on your own path to success. In this witty collection of business know-how, you will find quotations that reflect the full scope of business success.