A Book of Pearls

"Dive into the sea of thought, and find there pearls beyond price." - Moses ibn Ezra (Jewish, Spanish philosopher, linguist, and poet, c.1055 - c.1138) Do you need inspiration, motivation, or some humour to lighten your day? Would a source of wise words to use in a presentation or speech be useful to you? Are you looking for a thought-provoking gift to give to somebody special? From ancient sages to modern day thought leaders, this is an eclectic anthology of quotations and sayings written down over a 40-year time-frame purely because they resonated with Sue. Over 200 quotations showcase eight chapters connecting aspects of the human condition: Laughter, Love, Connection, Purpose, Humanity, Learning and Growing, Overcoming and Our Natural World. For those wanting to reflect more deeply on the era and social context in which the words were first used, the full list of quotees gives an indication of their time and place. This book will delight all those with an interest in the power of communication and the impact of words on our emotions and state of mind. Suitable for: - Lovers of the use of language - Writers - Students of English language, philosophy, social history - Teachers of literature, history and the social sciences - Trainers and coaches - Business leaders - Public speakers - Seekers of inspiration, motivation, meaning and new perspectives on life "Words can change worlds. So, feast on this compilation of quotes which have the potential to change how you see yourself and the world around you. An invaluable companion for life." Professor Paul McGee - aka the SUMO Guy.