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"One man with courage makes a majority." - Andrew Jackson
Whether you are about to begin a new job, undergo surgery, or ask your boss for a raise, possessing courage will help you face these battles. A Call for Courage contains more than 175 quotes from the presidents of the United States on the subject of courage.
"America was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination and an unbeatable determination to the job at hand."...
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The smartest and funniest quotations of all time, artfully arranged into witty-and surprising-categories. Every page will entertain, educate, and delight.
Uncle John's dedicated team of quotationeers have scoured the worlds of entertainment, history, literature, politics, sports, and more to bring you this unique collection of utterances that bear repeating. From silly to profound, from Aristotle to Mr. T, you'll discover insights on such topics...
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A collection of quotes on drinking from more than one hundred of the greatest thinkers (or drinkers) in history, sure to entertain, inspire, or enlighten.
US President Herbert Hoover called the cocktail hour "the pause between the errors and trials of the day and the hopes of the night." It's a period for relaxation, reflection, and, of course, socializing. Some of our greatest minds have observed the cocktail hour, enjoying a good, stiff drink...
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A collection of criminally funny quotations, anecdotes, and jokes about the legal profession, ranging in hostility from gentle teasing to fierce loathing.
People love to hate lawyers. You can't live with them, but you also can't live without them. So you may as well laugh at them, as we have for centuries.
In Lawyers and Other Reptiles, Jess Brallier compiles some of history's most humorous quips, quotations, anecdotes, and jokes about those...
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Snoopy is the quintessential cartoon dog smile-bringer. From his bantering with Woodstock to his fantasy life, it's no wonder that he's the most popular Peanuts cartoon character! And he's never more endearing than when he's expressing his ultimate joy of life by doing his happy dance (much to Lucy's dismay!).
In the Keep Calm and Carry On tradition of keeping a stiff upper lip, Keep Calm and Do the Snoopy Dance urges you to maintain peace by celebrating...
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It has been said that providing a fact humorously helps increase the chance of you remembering the facts.
Here I offer you a platter of historical events, hopefully in a humorous way, so that you may either chuckle or say it's ridiculous, boring, or otherwise. I'm willing to bet that you're going to remember some of these humorous facts.
Life is like a train. We can watch the trains go by, or we can get on the train and ride it into the future!
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If an astronaut farted during a spacewalk and neither sound nor smell is carried in a vacuum, did he really fart? This book will answer the question.
Some packages say "Open here." What would you do if it said "Open somewhere else"? Why are they called "apartments" when they're all stuck together? Why do we say something we don't like "sucks"? Is sucking bad? Would you trust a proctologist with poor depth perception? What exactly are the duties...
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Vous connaissez certainement celui qui, tous les matins, est coincé dans les embouteillages, celui qui a perdu son portable, celui qui change sa photo de profi l tous les jours ou celui qui ne dort jamais. Vous avez ri de celui à qui il manque un bon zoom aux concerts ou qui ponctue chaque commentaire d'un « no comment » ou d'un « Ok, je sors ». Sans parler de celui qui part en vacances toute l'année ou qui utilise encore le « poke ». Aujourd'hui,...
11) Janesplains
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A thematically organized wit-and-wisdom-style packaging of quotes and excerpts from the works of Jane Austen.
Jane Austen is one of the most eminently quotable authors in all of English letters and her books abound with delightful observations that are memorable for their sparkling wit and humor. This compilation collects several hundred quotes and extracts from Jane Austen's works, organized thematically and illustrated with spot art. Examples include:...
12) Dark Plague
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A collection of intriguing, thought-provoking quotes filled the pages. Cautionary words leapt out, their bold font beckoning to be read. Among them were forbidden, almost otherworldly quotes that stirred up curiosity and danger with their cryptic messages. The words seemed to dance off the page, tempting readers to unravel their secrets and uncover hidden truths.
13) Dark Lord
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Quotes on the themes of purgatory, oblivion, genesis's apple, and deception. A collection of words that delve into the origins of sin and darkness, the tempting fruit that led to our downfall, and the lies and trickery that plague our existence. These quotes offer glimpses into the depths of human nature and the consequences of our choices. They are a reminder of the eternal struggle between good and evil, and the price we pay for our sins.
14) Ominous Optimism
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Ominous Optimism is a collection of twisted phrases that delight and terrify. Whether you need to be reminded of life's darkness, its hopelessness, or your terrifying abilities, these phrases will do so and leave you with an uncertain smile. If you want a laugh or some inspiration, this book is for you. Now, show the world what you're made of and have them running for the hills!
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A parody of the famed Keep Calm and Carry On British motivational poster, and featuring the same successful format as the best-selling Keep Calm and Carry On book, Now Panic and Freak Out is destined to be the mantra for the worriers of the world! Keep Calm and Carry On is all very well, but life just isn't that simple. It's time to panic. This clever collection features uncannily appropriate (for the times) quotes, such as:
* "We experience moments...
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Crabby's best mate, Reg, has foolishly asked for his opinion on cruise holidays.The Old Git lets Reg have it with both propellers: Cabin grade and the effect it will have on his bank balance - and stomach; perils of the arrivals hall; the curse of the ship's paparazzi – and then there's the upgrade hustlers!...And then there are his views on...How to avoid the bowels from hellSage words on sea sicknessBeing alert for geriatric entertainers with...
17) Dark Death
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The stark contrast between light and dark was portrayed in the quotes, each one evoking a sense of surrealism and thrill. It was as if they were pulled from the depths of the mind, a reflection of the innermost thoughts and emotions. The words danced on the page, shifting from day to night in an endless cycle, capturing the essence of life's constant changes. These quotes were not just mere words, but a poignant reminder of the beauty and complexity...
18) Dark Virus
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Contagious and inspiring quotes flowed from mouth to mouth, lighting up faces and sparking conversations. These words had a way of spreading like wildfire, igniting passion and motivation in all who heard them. Mystic and sickly sweet, they were like a secret language understood only by those who craved something more meaningful. And they continued to spread, their roots digging deeper into the hearts and minds of all who came across them.
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Get inside the head of one of the most influential musicians of our time with this collection of her most inspiring and revealing quotes.
The quotations in this book have been carefully curated from Taylor Swift's numerous public statements—interviews, op-eds, social media posts, and more. It's a comprehensive picture of her meteoric rise to the top, her ever-savvy business sense, and her increasingly forthright perspective on the music...
The quotations in this book have been carefully curated from Taylor Swift's numerous public statements—interviews, op-eds, social media posts, and more. It's a comprehensive picture of her meteoric rise to the top, her ever-savvy business sense, and her increasingly forthright perspective on the music...
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Leland Gregory's 17 previous humor collections with AMP are all in print and all are staples on the humor backlist, including Stupid American History, which was a New York Times best-seller, and Stupid History, which has shipped over 130,000 copies. Silly, shocking, weird, and hilariously funny, the one- or two-paragraph anecdotes that comprise Gregory's new anthology of stupid things said and done by American conservatives--politicians, citizens,...
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