A collection of four thousand quotations on a wide variety of topics that have traditionally engaged the human imagination, as well as relatively modern concerns
More than 4,000 thought-provoking quotations from the world's most celebrated authors, politicians, philosophers, media personalities, and others--offering both contemporary reflections and traditonal gems--are found in this convenient reference. Considers hundreds of subjects, including today's most compelling topics, such as parenting and the environment. Author indexed.
Find the perfect quote to give your speech or writing that extra sparkle. This concise, accessible, handy volume features thousands of quotes on over two hundred topics from politicians, writers, philosophers, actors, scientists, clergy, and other people from all walks of life. These short and witty sayings cover aging, friendship, hardship, procrastination, blushing, laziness, money, temptation, and other topics profound and frivolous. Indexed by author and topic and extensively cross-referenced throughout.
With the thousands of quotations in this reference, you'll never be at a loss for words. Use the quotations presented in this handy book to highlight a presentation, to illustrate a theme in a report, to liven up a speech, or to enhance any writing or speaking project.
This hilarious collection of humorous quotations, full of wisecracks and wit, snappy comments and inspired fantasy, has been specially compiled by the late broadcaster and raconteur Ned Sherrin, with a foreword by leading British satirist, Alistair Beaton. Now packed with even more quotes and covering more subjects than before, from Weddings to the Supernatural, Australia to Headlines. Find the best lines from your favourite jokesters and wordsmiths, add that extra something to a speech or presentation, or just enjoy a good laugh. 'A chair is a piece of furniture. I am not a chair because no one has ever sat on me.' Ann Widdecombe on the announcement that Parliamentary language will now be gender-neutral. 'No wonder Bob Geldof is such an expert on famine. He's been feeding off 'I don't like Mondays' for 30 years.' Russell Brand On deciding to run for governor of California: 'The most difficult decision I've ever made in my entire life, except for the one in 1978 when I decided to get a bikini wax.' Arnold Schwarzenegger 'Wanting to know an author because you like his work is like wanting to know a duck because you like p--acirc--;t--eacute--;.' Margaret Atwood 'I am so sorry. We have to stop there. I have just come to the end of my personality.' Quentin Crisp, closing down an interview