Published in 1873, from the best writings of the best English writers comes this useful and comprehensive collection of poetic quotes arranged alphabetically by subject. From "absence" through 435 classifications such as birds, rivers, solitude, war, and zeal, emphasis is placed on the most eminent writers, such as Dryden, Milton, Pope, and Shakespeare. Overall, this work contains a massive 13,600 passages from 550 authors.

ox-y-mor-on-i-ca (OK-se-mor-ON-uh-ca) noun, plural: Any variety of tantalizing, self-contradictory statements or observations that on the surface appear false or illogical, but at a deeper level are true, often profoundly true. See also oxymoron, paradox. Examples: "Melancholy is the pleasure of being sad." Victor Hugo, "To lead the people, walk behind them." Lao-tzu, "You'd be surprised how much it costs to look this cheap." Dolly Parton. You won't...

Our language is full of hundreds of quotations that are often cited but seldom confirmed. Ralph Keyes's The Quote Verifier considers not only classic misquotes such as "Nice guys finish last," and "Play it again, Sam," but more surprising ones such as "Ain't I a woman?" and "Golf is a good walk spoiled," as well as the origins of popular sayings such as "The opera ain't over till the fat lady sings," "No one washes a rented car," and "Make my day." Keyes's...

This sourcebook includes "The ten best things ever said" on 250 topics and uses QR codes to digitally integrate it with Dr. Mardy's Dictionary of Metaphorical Quotations, the world's largest online database of metaphorical quotations.--

Includes over tens of thousands of quotations for all occasions, from Ancient Egypt to the 21st century.

Pet the cat shares some of his favorite quotes from famous people about the subject of love, and adds his own groovy take to them.

The Congressional Research Service has been responding to Congressional inquiries about quotations for eighty-five years, and during this time they have searched out many of the most popular statements many times over. But they have tracked down many others that had never been identified before but which had a pith and point equal to the more traditional thoughts. The 2100 statements included in this book are the best of the latter. Quotations come...

"A selection of favorite quotes the celebrated literary critic has collected over the decades"--

"For decades -- and especially now in these times of crisis -- people around the world have found guidance, humor, and unity in Gloria Steinem's gift for creating quotes that inspire action and create hope. From her early days as a journalist and feminist activist, up to today, Steinem's words have helped generations to empower themselves and work together. Gloria sees quotes as 'the poetry of everyday life,' so she also has included a few favorites...