Quotations Books

We start our dinner with quotes we have found that we want to share or with a reading from this book. There are blessings from many faiths and countries and they are presented by the season they refer to.

The Dallas Morning News Review (Saturday, November 19, 2005)

Maintaining an attitude of gratefulness can change your entire perspective on life, says Taz Tagore, who speaks from personal experience.

Her family were refugees from East Africa, and by young adulthood, she'd become an overachiever with a Harvard MBA. A meditation retreat reawakened her to other dimensions of living.

Ms. Tagore wanted to share the ideas she's collected, so she started two nonprofit organizations - and wrote this book. The Reciprocity Foundation aims to match creative homeless youth with jobs in the arts; the Appreciate Network sells artistic products to raise money for the foundation [...].

In Seasons of Thanks, she takes readers through the year, briefly exploring a wide diversity of thanks-giving celebrations and practices from many faiths. Each page also highlights one or two blessings, mealtime graces, or selections of poetry.

The book would make a good thank-you gift (but note that its design-trendy type font might not be welcomed by older readers). It also would be a good addition to one's personal library, for morning or evening devotions, reference or an occasional reminder.

Linda Crosson

What I loved most about Seasons of Thanks is that
it is two books in one! The first time I saw it in a
bookstore, I quickly browsed all of the blessings,
poems and prayers highlighted in bold, colorful text.
Now that I own the book, I can read each chapter
carefully--it is filled with interesting stories and
facts about the significance of every major holiday
and season. This book has taught me to appreciate all
the special little moments in life.

Seasons of Thanks is the first book I have found
that truly integrates stories, rituals and blessings
from every culture and faith. As a person with an
interfaith family, it is always a challenge figuring
out what to say before a family dinner or holiday
meal. I loved all of the suggested blessings..even
the one's the author wrote herself. And the book
design will knock your socks off. This is a really
special collection.

A natural way to develop a practice of grateful living is to carry on the time-honored tradition of saying grace at mealtimes. Created around holidays celebrated by a wide variety of cultures throughout the year, this elegantly designed book is a rich source of stories and words to feed your soul and express your gratitude. Proceeds from the book go to Appreciate Network's program for homeless youth.

Gratefulness.org (A Network for Grateful Living), December, 2005

This insights contained in this book are awsome and revaeling in many contexts. Not your traditional golf book. The paintings convey an almost mystical quality. Simply beautiful. Easy to read in short sessions.

This book captures the most amazing similarities between golf and life. For one to understand the game of golf, truly has a passion for life. From the moment I picked up this book, I was captivated by its wisdom. The Secrets to the Game of Golf & Life should be required reading for all those who wish to master the game of golf. There are no guarantees that it will improve your game, but it will improve your mental awareness of it. The rest is up to you.

In golf as in life, how we perform is up to us. Leonard Finkel has brillantly mirrored golf and life in "The Secrets to the Game of Golf & Life"...our understanding and emotions, meeting unexpected challenges and playing the game. This book of quotes from Palmer, Nicklaus, and Confucious, accompanied by Gary Max Collins' paintings, is a must-have.

AS A NEW GOLFER, READING THIS BOOK GENERATED A MOST THOUGHT PROVOKING ATTITUDE FOR ME THINK MORE SERIOUSLY AND CONCENTRATIVELY ON MY GAME. THE PHILOSOPHIES ON LIFE AND PLAYING THIS, OR ANY GAME, HELP ME TO ZERO IN ON THE TASK AT HAND, WHETHER I'M OUT SWINGING A CLUB OR INVOLVED IN A PARTICULAR SITUATION. THE ART IS EXCEPTIONAL AND ABSOLUTELY ADDS A DIMENSION TO THIS BOOK OF MESSAGES. THIS BOOK IS DEFINITELY HIGH ON MY LIST OF GIFTS TO GIVE FOR ANY OCCASION.

I received this as a gift and a wonderful gift it is. The paintings by Gary Collins are unlike any golf art I've ever seen. The writing is amazingly insightful. I find I go back and reread different chapters time and again.

What a marvelous collection of quotations, stories, analogies, and parables! Many made me chuckle, and as many made me tear up and thank God for my many blessings!

Unfortunately, it appears this book is out of print, but you can easily find a decent used copy here or by searching the web.

Some would quibble with the variety, finding fault with some of the sources Chuck uses. But, the truths brought out in every instance outweigh any doubtful source! Religious and Christian authors and celebrities do not have a lock on the truth. God reveals truth to everyone and all truth points to God.

This is a great gift idea for any person who is mature and settled enough to appreciate the truly finer things in life - wisdom and contentment. Highly recommended for giving to your pastor, elder, friend or kin.

I purchased this book on a whim, and WOW! I haven't been able to put the book down. When I get off work and relax in the evening, I find myself seeking time with this book, because it has so many different topics. It has given me many ideas on topics to do word studies and additional bibically based research on.

This book was given to me for a Christmas present and it is the best I've read! It is very difficult to put it down. Chuck combines each story or quotation with the truth of the Scriptures to create life-changing applications of power and conviction. Hundreds of illustrations are group in alphabetical order that makes it easy to find. I will be sharing it with my studentss, plus using the illustrations in sermons and Bible studies.

This book contains information that touches on many situations of life. I had a hard time putting it down. It is a compilation of poetry, wisdom and history that will not want too miss a single line.

I have found it to be loaded with ice breakers during my Sunday School Class. Whether it be with comedy or emotional, it contains many topics.

Enjoy, Love In Christ

I love the heartwarming stories in this book. It is a must for every preacher who from time to time struggles with finding good sermon illustrations. Moreover, it is good for any writer or public speaker. It has a place on my bookshelf!

If everyone could see and understand the world as Teddy Bears do, the world would be a much better place. This book is a must read for anyone of any age.

I was never really into Teddy Bears before I read this delightfully humorous book. In fact, it sounded kind of corny to me. But I was won over by the beautiful photos and the inspired writing. Who would have thought that Teddy Bears could be so profound? You'll love this book.

For a teddy bear lover there is so much you will be familiar with! Many reminders about how teddys are wonderful companions.

In addition the pictures are poetic and heart warming.

Susan Schwartz has contributed a classic book to the world with Teddy Bear Philosophy. I have been a stuffed animal collector for many years now and it's great to know there are others that find solace and laughter from these furry friends. Susan's gentle bits of wisdom and sweet, funny photos make the book MUST for every home. Thank you, Susan, for a wonderful book!

A book long on wisdom and short on pages that will finally put live's complicated issues into perspective. Ms Schwartz has cleverly used words and photographs to remind us of what life should really be about. Not only is the book clever and easy to read but it truly says it like it is. I have given this book to everyone I know as a way to say I am a frend for life too.

"Thanks for Everything" includes all the things I never thanked my parents for. It's funny to read through the pages (there's a lot in there!) and remember all those times growing up that your parents put up with you, stuck up for you, or just didn't ask. Every page has a different "Thank you", funny, touching, whatever.... I think it really touched my parents that I used this book as a way to tell them I appreciate everything they've done for me and thank them for being the best parents around. This one's a winner!

This book helps put into words all the things you ever wanted to say to your parents. I found myself re-living my childhood, the happy times, hard times and times my parents were always there for me. I love this book!

I want to personnaly thank Billy Bulanti for a wonderful representation of what Thank You's are really meant for! When I first read the book, a perfect picture of my mother developed in my head, and when I read it a second and third time, it became clear to me that it's not only holidays and birthdays Thank You's are meant for. They are meant for every little thing that your mother has done for you, in the many years that she has risen you! Without my mother, my world would crumble in front of me, and since my world has not crumbled, this book allowed me to reach even further within myself, and Thank my mother for not only giving me life, but for doing everything in her power to raise me and teach me the necessities of life! Billy, thank you for writing this book, and having the world realize what mother's really mean!

As an individual who grew up in a loving and ever-giving environment, I am forever challenged to offer up a thank you worthy of the two responsible. My parents were the quintessential givers of love, care, and everyday parental guidance, and for this I am eternally greatful. Mr. Bulanti's book of thank you's, hit's it on the nose. Among the 365 thank you's, there are some which are obvious, but the bulk of the piece is insiteful and sometimes moving reminders of just how important those mom's and dad's are. I found it an absolute joy to read and follow throughout the year. It's a great deal more practical than your average calendar. I hope you enjoy it as much as I am.

Heartfelt and to the point. How often do you find that in life or in print? Bill Bulanti distils the most tender and quirky moments of our family lives into nuggets of truth that are there for the taking.

I laughed, giggled, and even got a little misty-eyed as I read through his 365 "Thank you's". For me, they captured the essence of my relationship with my parents in a way I had never been able to fully express. I gave my mom a copy on Mother's day and she thought it was so great, she bought a copy for her mom!

Picked up this book and couldn't put it down until the last page. Then I had to share it with others so I ordered 3. One recipient ordered 4 more. So many people will be enjoying the wisdom of little children. Also, the photographs are so poignant; they deserve long, loving looks. Thanks to Sr. Bridget for putting these stories into print.

A friend gave me this book and as soon as I opened it, I knew I had bought Christmas stocking stuffers for all of my family, friends and former teachers. Don't miss this wisdom that is bought for such a bargain.

The little gems of wisdom are presented in a clean and undistracted manner. Editor Haase is clear in her presentation and keeps the focus on the children. Her insightful snapshots of children she has taught illustrates a keen mind and an open hearts to the litttles ones of the world

Haase's book is wonderful and wonder-filled. So many of the insights of the children remind us that wisdom is not retricted to the aged. It is wonder to read again of the world as seen and so often deeply understood through the simplicity of children. The author reminds us to look again carefully at our world and all the wonders in it and look when possible with the eyes and understanding of a child. I was touched especially by the sketches of the children who touched her life. I have taught for over 30 years and I can't believe how many words of wisdom simply passed me by

What a wonderful little book, even if you don't have children.

I normally do not read books like this, but being a grandfather of a 4 year old, I picked it up and read it. And RE-read it and then read it again. What a wonderful little book. I learned more about love, death, poverty, success and the future in a half hour than I have learned in books that took me weeks to read. I especially like the story about a Catholic nun who believes in her faith interacting with a Muslim boy who believes in his faith. Too bad we don't have politicians reading that story.

The lesson I took away from this book is one we have all heard before - listen to the children, they have a wisdom and an understanding on life that can help us all face a very scary world.

This is a very sweet book. My mother-in-law gave it to me when we had our second son. It's a treasure to have and the boys enjoy reading from it also.

This is the perfect gift for someone expecting a baby boy or actually anyone with a boy, no matter what age. The pictures are beautiful and the words delightful.. It made me cry and my boys are 41 and 43 years old!

Every now and again something wonderfull comes into our lives.
For this grandfather, at first, it was my own three boys. Then it was my four grandsons. And now it is this grand book that helps me relive thoes God given moments.

While many of the captions and poems are sometimes a bit banal to an adult, they were fresh and new for a child. The little boys (and girls) in my life really enjoyed them and the book is a great read for little kids. They and I particularly love the artwork, which is superb.

This is a beautifully written and illustrated book, which is full of sweet and humorous short paragraphs about little boys. The darling illustrations actually had me mildly yearning for a 'little blue bundle' despite the fact I have (and thoroughly enjoy) little girls. This would be a perfect new baby gift.

I bought this book when I was in high school in the early 70s and still have the same copy. It's dog-eared and well worn, because I've read it so many times. Some of the quotes just stick in your head, like Frank Zappa saying "Speed will turn you into your parents" .. soo, not sure WHY I remember that one, but it was the 70s...... The book is full of great quotes from all over, categorized into various sections and a lot of fun to go back and read.

If I had the book here in front of me right now I'd type out a few more (better) quotes to give you a flavor for what kinds of gems are in there.

I've had this book ever since I was in my early 20's and it has been sitting in my living room or even ends up in the bathroom where almost every house guest picks it up and comments how wonderful and fun it is, I hope to be able to find several copies to give as future gifts

I've owned this book since I found it in a bookstore in Westwood (near UCLA) in 1973. It's long been one of my favorites and I read it again and again. It's a lot like looking into a time capsule of the sixties, or like going to a weirdly countercultural class reunion. I highly recommend it for it's humor and countercultural historical perspective.

I was given a copy of this book while I was in college, in the mid 70's. I still remember looking through it over and over, trying to find the right thought for what I needed at the moment.

The book disappeared over the years and I missed it. I discovered the Dallas public library had a copy in the reference section so I went down there one Saturday and hand copied most of it. Then I was elated to find a copy at a used book store for a dollar.

It is time for a reprinting of this book. It's a wonderful rememberence of the counterculture of the sixties (bleeding over to the seventies) yet many of the ideas expressed by the quotes are fresh and applicable today. Plus, Spiegelman's too-few illustrations are great.

If you find a copy of this - BUY IT!

Long out of print, this is the best book of quotations I have ever seen. I beg the editors to update and expand it in a new edition.I gave my only copy away to my best friend over 25 yeas ago and have been thinking about and looking for it ever since.

Loaded with practical character lessons for children. I have been reading this aloud to my 7 and 5 year old. They get it and respond positively to the stories.

We have three children and have read this book over and over through the years. There are several other books in the "Miller" series and this one is one of our favorites. The stories bring the teachings of the Bible into the lives of young children in a way they can easily realate. The Miller family is a very conservative family but we found that even though we did not hold to the same customs they do our children were able to relate and connect very well to the lessons in each story.

This was a great book to review with my Children (8 & 6). It was a fun read with great examples of applying scripture to everyday life. My children enjoyed it and were excited to sit down and interact.

Our daughter started finding and highlighting the main scripture associated with the story in her bible.

Being a dad I am always looking for always to teach the bible and it's principles to my children with out going way over their heads. The is a great place to start.

Enjoy

I highly recommend this book! My whole family loves this book, as well as the others in the series. My children ask for it every night, and the first time my husband read it to them, he was so impressed that he asked if I could get more books in the series.

We love the godly wisdom and the practical, real-life stories that illustrate the principles in each chapter. I admit, I even get a little choked up at some of the stories.

If only my husband and I had these books when we were children -- we could have saved ourselves a lot of struggles and pain with the godly wisdom taught in these books!

This book is a compilation of short stories or chapters that each involve one or more of the Miller family children. Each story presents a life lesson learned by one or more of the kids, usually as the result of an "ordinary" childlike infraction (feuding, disobedience, neglecting duties, etc.). Then, we see one or both of the parents gently but appropriately correcting the matter, typically with the telling of one of their own life lessons, and a reference from Proverbs. These little stories provide excellent moral lessons. I read this book aloud to my young children, and overall I found it to be interesting, plainly but adequately written, and useful as a "teaching" aid, but my 5-stars really come from the level of enthusiasm that my kids showed for this book. My copy was illustrated (some of the illustrations repeated throughout the book), and my kids liked the pictures. To them, this was as good as a C.S. Lewis book or another "classic." Their vote is good enough for me, and to think that they may model the lessons from the book makes this only better.

The book came in excellent condition and I was able to receive it before giving it away as a birthday gift. I thank you for the opportunity to buy this book.

First let me say that I have spent the last several years reading close to 3,000 books in a sort of spiritual journey/quest for "enlightenment" (whatever that means, and assuming there is is such a thing.) I've read just about all the great "classic" works--everything by Plato and Jesus, tons by Buddha, along with mega-amounts of ancient and modern philosophers and thinkers, both Eastern and Western, etc. that I could get my hands on. Yet this book has managed to astound me. It's close to 800 pages, and huge. Unless you go on a non-stop reading binge for a couple days, you'll take weeks to read this entire thing. Which is just fine, because on almost *every* page there is a quote that either (a) helps me see something from a perspective I haven't quite encountered before, or (b) expresses a thought i've already encountered, but expresses it in a way that is so pithy and fresh and memorable that I want to run out and share it with the people I know (and in some cases I've done just that!). And then you will want to read it again. And again. And again . . .

The book is very well organized. Each chapter covers from between 1 to 7 pages or so of a different topic--e.g. "compassion"-- with quotes arranged in roughly chronological order of the year of the person being quoted. The headings to each chapter have extensive cross-references so that the reader can look up related entries, either similar concepts or opposite concepts. An extensive bibliography at the back lists all the entries in which each author appears. One minor gripe I have is that the source of the quotes is not as well documented as it could have been. Some of the quotes have specific works listed, but many do not, so that (a) the reader is left merely to trust that the compiler is correct in quoting from that speaker, and (b) the reader has no way to read further in the work quoted. Still, wisdom is wisdom, and even if there is no way to verify who said what, an anonymous truth found on a crumpled up piece of paper on the street is still truth!

Also, the reader might think of a topic or two that should have been given a separate entry but wasn't (e.g. there is no entry for "beauty" which in my mind is essential for a book on "spiritual wisdom.") But still the entries are fairly exhaustive in their coverage overall.

One other minor gripe is that the author focuses much more on modern (1800s and especially 1900's) thinkers than on ancient wisdom. People like Plato, Aristotle, Jesus, or Buddha for example (all of whom I'm quite familiar with their work), could have, and should have been, quoted much more extensively than they were, especially when numerous modern, very recent authors were given far more quotes than any of them. Still, as I said above, truth is truth, regardless who says that truth.

This is a reference book that you will keep not just on your shelf, but on your coffeetable or nightstand, for easy access, and perhaps permanently. And you will enthusiastically recommend it to everyone you know. And you will loan it out. And you will buy it as a gift for people. In fact, if I the money, I'd buy a copy and give one to all my family and friends--but alas, I don't have such money. Probably because the book is so huge in volume, a cloth (hard) binding is very helpful to keep the book's integrity intact. Nevertheless, I hope this book is released in a less expensive paperback form soon. Either way, though, this book is well worth the price (and probably more). You will *not* regret buying this!

I can't speak highly enough of the riches contained in this book - an extraordinary treasury, containing potent seeds of life-enriching wisdom, highly compactified, fructifying patterns of intelligence. This book creates a direct line of communication with the quintessential wisdom of the world's greatest minds and spiritual traditions.

Each time I open the book there are messages of wisdom that feel uncannily perfect for me, addressing current situations and concerns. And because the author has consciously selected quotes that speak to the potential within the individual, they stimulate the wisdom that lies dormant within us, resonating with the seeds that are already there. Each time I read the selection of quotes on any given subject, I walk away feeling empowered and inspired.

It's quite extraordinary when one thinks of the transmission of these seeds of wisdom, which take root and create positive "fruits of the spirit." It's like having an entire council of wise elders at one's fingertip, available for powerfully transforming advice at every moment.

This is one of the best investments of $50 I can imagine. This is a book that everyone should own as a life-long reference, no matter what age or point in one's life journey. I plan to give it to my nephew for his high school graduation, knowing it will provide guidance for him as he embarks on his own. And it's a wonderful resource for finding meaningful quotes to share with friends.

I love the inspiration available in this book. Im a quote lover and choose to live by the quotes of the great minds. This book offers a wide variety of wisdon that aligns with the soul. Great Book and even better if you buy mine which expends on quotes of the great minds as well as providing structured journaling. Higly recommended for those seeking true wisdon.

Painstakingly compiled, accessible organized, and expertly edited by Larry Chang, Wisdom For The Soul: Five Millennia Of Prescriptions For Spiritual Healing is an extensive collection of quotes, sayings, commentaries, texts, insights and perspectives on issues and considerations relevant to spiritual growth and development. Providing seekers of wisdom, knowledge, metaphysical understanding and spiritual advancement with an impressive collection of more than 10,000 quotes about personal empowerment, advancement, and mastery through 220 areas of growth and challenge drawn from over 2200 authors and sources both ancient and contemporary, Wisdom For The Soul offers readers an accessible anthology of inspiring and encouraging contributions from the collective history of philosophy, theology, poetry, metaphysical intuition, perspective, spirituality, and religion. A welcome reference for personal, seminary, academic, and community library "Religion, Spirituality, and Metaphysical Studies" collections, Wisdom For The Soul is very strongly recommended for readers searching for encouraging and empathetic words of wisdom for the conduct and improvement of their lives.