Treasury of Wisdom, Wit and Humor, Odd Comparisons and Proverbs (Classic Reprint): Authors, 931; Subjects, 1393; Quotations, 10, 299: Authors, 931; ... 1393; Quotations, 10, 299 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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No merit is claimed by the compiler, except in producing a new com bination. For fifteen years past, during leisure hours, the broad field of literature has been culled for spirited excerpts upon all manner of topics, treated by all manner of men, in the hope that the volume may com mend itself to all manner of readers. A selvage of lighter humor and profounder wisdom has been added at the end of the volume as a fitting appendix. This fringe of sense and nonsense, like the tail of a coat, is perhaps not a necessary ornament, and yet the book seems incomplete without it. A. W.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a captivating collection of wit and wisdom drawn from centuries of literature. The author, a keen student of the written word, has painstakingly assembled a treasury of insightful excerpts spanning a vast range of topics. This collection invites readers to explore the timeless observations of philosophers, poets, playwrights, and other influential thinkers. The book delves into the complexities of human nature, examining enduring themes of ambition, adversity, love, and wisdom. The author's careful selection of excerpts provides a unique lens through which to understand the shared experiences and enduring truths of the human condition. Readers will find themselves pondering the nature of happiness, the power of words, and the importance of living a meaningful life. Ultimately, this book offers a rich and engaging exploration of the human experience, leaving readers with a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780243914012_0
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