Words from the Wise: Over 6,000 of the Smartest Things Ever Said

A compendium of quotes for every occasion—from love to dogs to politics—by the finest wits of history and the modern day.

In Words from the Wise, Rosemarie Jarski has collected six thousand quotes that offer sage advice—or at least a good laugh—on a wide range of subjects. Whether you need to know if a new relationship will work out, or you're searching for insight on religion, this collection offers quotes for almost every imaginable dilemma. You'll find timeless quotes from classic writers like Confucius, Shakespeare, Twain, and Austen, as well as more current commentary from modern figures like Andy Rooney and Meryl Streep, and even fictional TV favorites like Homer Simpson and Chandler Bing. Arranged alphabetically, Words from the Wise is the place to go for advice from your beloved heroes and heroines.