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09/23/03 - Quotes by Ralph
Waldo Emerson
Ralph Waldo Emerson regarded himself as a poet and some of his best known poems
are 'Threnody,' 'Brahma,' and 'The Concord Hymn.' His poetic side might not have
been well manifest in the structure of his verse. But, the thoughts conveyed in
them are truly moving. Read some of what Ralph Waldo Emerson has left behind for
all of humanity to enjoy.
09/21/03 -
Wisdom of Alexander Pope
Would you like to understand the working's of
Alexander Pope's mind better? Read some of his most quotable quotes listed below
and get to know him better.
09/16/03 - Famous Ralph
Waldo Emerson Quotes
Ralph Waldo Emerson was one of the most famous essayists of 19th century
America. His early essays on transcendentalism were well received. His views on
the laws of nature were not very well popular before his writings. On this page,
you will find a collection of the memorable quotes of Ralph Waldo Emerson.
09/14/03 -
Quotes by Alexander Pope
Isn't it inspiring to know that though Alexander
Pope was almost entirely self taught, he turned out to be one of the most famous
literary lights of the 18th century. This page contains Alexander Pope quotes
that will show you the range and richness of this great writer.
09/09/03 - Thoughts of
Ralph Waldo Emerson
What many people do not know about Ralph Waldo Emerson is that he was a pastor
in a church in Boston. His personal religious and philosophical thinking, as
well as the influences of other writers of his time led him to become deeply
interested in transcendentalism. Here is a list of Ralph Waldo Emerson quotes
for you to enjoy and gain from.
09/07/03 - Short
Alexander Pope Quotes
On this page is a collection of short quotations
by Alexander Pope. It is interesting to see how much meaning can be conveyed in
so few words.
09/02/03 - The Quotable
Ralph Waldo Emerson Quotes
Ralph Waldo Emerson's education at Harvard divinity school suffered due to his
Tuberculosis. His
wife of two years died of Tuberculosis. Despite these problems (and some say
because of it), Ralph Waldo Emerson developed a deeply philosophical side. This
is manifested in his essays and poetry. Read this list of Ralph Waldo Emerson
quotes to learn more about this man.
08/31/03 - God Quotes
by Famous Poets and Authors
Would you like to know what the greatest poets and
authors of the previous centuries had to say about God? Wouldn't it be great to
find out how attitude towards god has changed with the passage of generations?
This is a list of famous God quotes.
08/26/03 - Quotes by Rudyard Kipling, the Man who wrote
Jungle Book
Rudyard Kipling is one of the few very famous
authors of the English language to have originated from India. His children's
stories: The Jungle Book, Second Jungle Book, Kim, Just So Stories (1902), and
Captains Courageous have made him a household name the world over. I hope you
will enjoy this collection of famous Rudyard Kipling quotes.
08/24/03 - God Quotes
The concept of God seems loving and divine on one
hand. But when one observes the God-men out there who are fighting and killing
in the name of God, one really wonders. Here is a collection of God quotes that
will inspire you to think deeper.
08/23/03 - Quotes by
John Keats
John Keats is a name that must figure in any list
of the greatest English poets. But, did you know that John Keats died at a very
young age of 25? Just imagine the wealth of literature that he might have
created had he lived longer. All the same, his existing body of work itself is
so rich that he stands as a literary giant. This is a list of memorable John
Keats quotes.
08/21/03 - Famous
Abraham Lincoln Quotes
Abraham Lincoln is seen as one of the foremost
symbols of American democracy. Born to a nondescript family, his life proved
that in America any boy can grow up to be President one day. This is a
collection of Abraham Lincoln quotes that reflect his beliefs and values.
08/19/03 - Quotes About
Poetry
In the expression "Poetry in Motion," how is the word poetry relevant? I
remember asking one of my school teacher this. Since then, I have understood and
appreciated poetry better. To me poetry was originally a bunch of rhyming
phrases, but today poetry moves me and reaches places of my soul that I did not
know I had. Read what great minds have to say about poetry in these famous
poetry quotes.
08/17/03 - Short God
Quotes
What does God mean to you? Do you pray to him everyday? Do you not believe in
him? Are you offended by my use of 'him' to refer to God. In any case, I am sure
that you will enjoy this collection of short God quotes.
08/16/03 - Get Closer to
Nature With These Nature Quotes
What it nature? Is is the mountains and trees and brooks in the wild? Is it us
the people, our dreams and aspirations? Is it just a concept that was put into
motion by some divine entity? I do not know. Most people have trouble defining
nature, but as they say, "I know it when I see it." Here is an interesting
collection of nature quotes.
08/14/03 - Famous Quotes
About Money
Is it all about money honey? And, does money make the world go 'round? Money has
so much impact on our very existence that it was only a matter of time before
readers would ask me for quotes on money. Well, the time is now. I think you
will enjoy this collection of money quotes.
08/12/03 - Select
Quotes About Greatness
I do not know whether people are born great, or whether they have greatness
thrust upon them. I do know that great people demonstrate certain
characteristics that distinguish them from others. This is a collection of
quotes that will give you an insight on that which is great.
08/10/03 - Famous
Death Quotes
Interestingly, as many poets and writers have talked about death, as have about
birth. Some of it is sorrowful, other is actually happy and delightful. Read
these death quotes chosen from famous literary works.
08/09/03 - Classic War
Quotes
Somehow, there is a lot of WAR in the air nowadays. Don't you think so? Leaves a
very bitter taste in the mouth. Here is a collection of some thoughts on war by
authors and poets of previous centuries. Hear what famous people like: Alexander
Pope, John Keats, Benjamin Franklin, Robert Browning, and the like had to say
about war. Enjoy this collection of classic war quotes.
08/07/03 - Famous
Classic Love Quotes
There is love in the air, here there and everywhere. Well, how was that for a
first shot at poetry writing. Well, love quotes have been my favorite types of
quotes. But, as a regular visitor to this site, you would already know that.
Here is yet another collection of love quotes. This time, I present classic love
quotes, i.e., love quotes by famous writers and poets of the past century.
08/05/03 -
Classic Friendship Quotes
What is life without a little friendship? After the tremendous reader response
to the collections of friendship quotes on the Quotations site at About.com, I
am encouraged to present one more collection of friendship quotes. These are
classic friendship quotes, i.e., friendship quotes by famous classic writers and
poets.
08/03/03 - Death Quotes
Death completes the cycle that birth starts. Read this collection of death
quotes to discover how major personalities in English literature viewed death.
08/02/03 - Classic Beauty
Quotes
We all know that a thing of beauty is a joy forever and that beauty lies in the
eye of the beholder. Isn't it interesting how the perception of beauty changes
from person to person. Here is a collection of beauty quotes of famous classic
writers and poets.
07/31/03 - Quotes
About Time
Time and tide await none eh? The powerful tide of time overpowers everything,
kingdoms fall, evil dies, relationships change, seasons wither, the new sun
rises. Am I not in a really poetic mood today. Well, the concept and power of
time always moves me. So, here is a collection of famous time quotes, i.e.,
quotes about time.
07/29/03 - All Time
Famous Quotes
So, why do people read quotes? My belief is that most people read them more for
entertainment and inspiration, than for any other reason. With this in mind, I
set out to collect some of the most famous quotes of all times. The result is
this list of 18 famous quotes.
07/28/03 - Use
Business Quotes to Learn Business Strategy
This is a collection of evergreen quotes by
famous poets and authors of earlier centuries. Though they were not intended to
be business quotes, I have interpreted them in new light to see what business
management principles can be learnt from them. This feature is structured like a
slide-show.
07/27/03 - Short
Death Quotes
For some death is a morbid topic. It evokes bad images and sad thoughts. Some
others actually see poetry in death! For instance, Walt Whitman did write that
Nothing can happen more beautiful than death. Read this list of short
death quotes and gain a deeper perspective on death.
07/26/03 - Edgar
Allen Poe Quotes
Poet, story writer, and critic, Edgar Allen Poe is one of the most highly
regarded writers of American literature. His originality is his hallmark. At his
time, however, there was a lot of criticism about his neuroticism, glorification
of death, and other unacceptable concepts. This is a collection of some of the
most famous Edgar Allen Poe quotes.
07/24/03 - Charles
Dickens Quotes
Charles Dickens is the author of popular works like: Oliver Twist, Nicholas
Nickleby, The Old Curiosity Shop, Barnaby Rudge, Christmas Carol, Dombey and
Son, David Copperfield and others. It is unlikely that there is anybody in
the whole wide world, who has studied English, but has not read Charles Dickens.
This is a collection of some of the most famous Charles Dickens quotes.
07/22/03 - Benjamin
Franklin Quotes
You could read deep mysterious words of wisdom, or you could read deep but
simple words of common sense. If you prefer the latter, you are at the right
place. This page lists some of the most famous quotations by Benjamin Franklin.
A man noted for his strong common sense wisdom.
07/21/03 - Top 10
Lost Love Quotes
Are you going through a rough patch in your love life? Have you lost your love?
Take heart by reading this exclusive collection of lost love quotes. These
quotes may be brief but they speak volumes about love. You will find famous
quotes like "It is better to have loved and lost than never to have lost at
all."
07/17/03 - Top 10
Famous Love Quotes
What did Mark Twain, Rabindranath Tagore, Sir Winston Churchill, Aristotle and
other famous people have to say about love? Here is a top 10 list of the best
love quotes from famous people. Find out if you feel the same about love as do
prominent members of our society.
07/14/03 - Top 10
Funny Love Quotes
Here is a collection of some really funny love quotes. Smirk, smile or just
laugh aloud after reading these funny love quotes. Better yet, email this link
to your friends. And enemies. I bet you will have the last laugh. Ha Ha!
07/10/03 - Top 10 Sad
Love Quotes
Are you heart broken or dejected? Looking for comfort in words that speak of
your sorrow? Remember, sorrow is just a passing phase. You need to muster your
strength to endure pain. This link will bring you to a collection of top 10 sad
love quotes. The wisdom in these sad love quotes may just change your outlook
towards love and life.
07/09/03 - Top 10
Cute Love Quotes
When we talk about love, words fail us. It
is not that we cannot express; it is just that we don't find the right words to
convey our truest emotion. Have you been in the same situation before? Get
linked to some of the cutest love quotes you have ever read.
07/07/03 -
Difference Between Quote and Quotation
Often, we find people using terms like inspirational quotes
interchangeably with inspirational quotations. Can we really use quote
and quotation as one and the same? This small article answers that question.
07/02/03 -
Handpicked Collection of Father's Day Quotations
Looking for thought provoking quotations that commemorate father's day? Read
some of the best quotations and discover the hidden virtues of a father. Make
father's day a special occasion.
06/02/03 - Top 10
Father's Day Quotes
Raise a toast to your father on father's day with these sparkling quotes from
the wise and the famous. These quotes will stir deep emotions for your father
who gave you the greatest gift of all – life. Love your dad and show him you
care.
05/05/03 - Top 10
Douglas Adams
Quotes
This is a top 10 list of Douglas Adams Quotes. Taken from Douglas Adams' six
books that are part of the Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy "trilogy," these
quotes represent the author at his wittiest best; some would even say wackiest
best!
05/05/03 - Funny
and Whacky Douglas Adams Quotations
Most people who have read his works are passionate about Douglas Adams. And that
is not necessarily a good thing, as not all are "positively" passionate about
his writing. This is a selection of my favorite Douglas Adams quotations. Find
out why some think that his humor is unparalleled, while others think that
Douglas Adams is a nutcase!
05/04/03 - Humorous
Quotations Quiz
If you enjoy humorous quotations, you will love this quiz. It is in the format
of the popular TV show "Who Wants to be a Millionaire?" Read the
quotations and figure out who is being quoted. The answer is necessarily one of
these four • Dave Barry • Groucho Marx • Jerry Seinfeld • Mark Twain
05/03/03 - Top 10
Gandhi
Quotes
What made Gandhi unique? Why is he one of the most famous figures in recent
international history? Read these Gandhi quotes to reflect on Gandhian
philosophy and ideology. He was a messiah of peace and non-violence.
05/03/03 - Select
Gandhi Quotations of Peace and Non-Violence
Gandhi was a charismatic leader. His views on freedom, gender, and society
rocked the world out of its complacency. Read Gandhi's soul stirring quotations
that will refresh your outlook towards life. This is a collection of his
simplest and most powerful quotes.
05/03/03 - Top 10 Mark
Twain Quotes
Mark Twain quotes are some of the brusquest. This is a top 10 list of Mark Twain
quotes. Mark Twain asserted his views on a wide range of topics - friendship,
education, books, life, and many others.
05/03/03 -
Funny Witty Mark Twain Quotations
I have handpicked a collection of twenty Mark Twain quotations that reflect his
outspoken wit and humor. Read a commentary on human nature in a language that is
vintage Mark Twain. These quotations will leave you asking for more.
05/03/03 - Top 10
Shakespeare
Quotes
Shakespeare is the best known playwright of all times. Quotations lovers find
Shakespeare quotes delightful. On this page, you will find a collection of the
top 10 Shakespeare quotes. Read them and enjoy the Bard's articulation and
drama.
05/03/03 -
Famous Shakespeare Quotations
Whether you are a quotations lover or a literature fan, you will enjoy this
exclusive collection of Shakespeare quotations. Below, I have presented twenty
of the finest Shakespeare quotations. If you need Shakespeare quotations for
your homework, this page is a great resource.
05/03/03 - Top 10
Murphy's Laws
Sometimes life presents ironical situations that defy explanation. Murphy's Laws
attempt to explain these crazy situations. Did you ever wonder why so many
things go wrong, all the time? Read this top 10 list of Murphy's Laws to get an
idea.
05/03/03 - My
Favorite Murphy's Laws
Are you searching for a select list of Murphy's Laws? This is the site you must
visit. It lists twenty of the most "potent" Murphy's Laws. The About guide to
Quotations has scoured the Internet to bring you this collection.
05/02/03 - Top 10 T
Shirt Sayings
This site is a top 10 list of T Shirt sayings. Don these T shirts to display
your attitude to the rest of the world. If you like these sayings, why not
submit some of your own?
05/02/03 - Funny T
Shirt Sayings
Do you want to read a list of twenty T shirt sayings, meticulously chosen from a
list of over a thousand? This collection gives you just that. Find short and
witty T shirt sayings that will make an impact even on a cursory glance.
05/02/03 - Top 10
Quotes for Wedding Toasts
This is a top 10 list of wedding quotes about solemn promise, love, and
celebration. Would you like to make a toast to the bride and the groom? How
about a toast to the bridesmaids? In this list, find several fitting quotes for
wedding toasts.
05/02/03 -
Wedding Quotes for Wedding Toasts
Have you felt tongue-tied when asked to make a wedding toast? Were you unable to
put your thoughts into words? Here is a collection of twenty quotations that can
be used for a wedding toast. Use these wedding toasts to appreciate the bride,
the groom, and others at a wedding ceremony.
05/02/03 - Top 10
Aristotle
Quotes
Aristotle's span of wisdom is truly outstanding. This is a top 10 list of
Aristotle quotes. Read about love, valor, honor, education, relationships and a
lot more.
05/02/03 -
Philosophical Aristotle Quotations
This is a collection of my favorite Aristotle quotations. As a quotations lover,
I am always moved by sayings that distill very complex human conditions into few
simple words. And who better than Aristotle to do that?
05/01/03 - Top 10
Chinese Proverbs
Chinese proverbs are famous for their simplicity and depth. This is my selection
of top 10 Chinese proverbs. Enjoy the simple narrative and appreciate these
pithy sayings that take you back to first principles.
05/01/03 -
Choicest Ancient Chinese Proverbs
This is a handpicked selection of twenty of the best Chinese proverbs. If you
have read Chinese proverbs, you know that they pack more wisdom per word than
any other genre of quotations. Using examples and events from daily life, they
underscore the basis of human existence.
04/30/03 - Top 10
George W Bush Quotes
George W Bush is most quoted for his famous slip-of-the-tongue. This is a top 10
list of George Bush quotes, or Bushisms as they are popularly called.
04/30/03 - Bushisms:
The Famous Quotations of George W Bush
George Bush quotes are commonly referred to as Bushisms. This list has twenty
handpicked Bushisms, chosen from a collection of several hundreds. It is
interesting to note how Bushisms are probably the most important contribution of
George W Bush to the world of literature.
04/30/03 - Top 10 War
and Anti War Quotes
This is a top 10 list of war quotes. You will find yourself strongly agreeing
with some and strongly disagreeing with others. Such is the nature of war; it
brings out our strongest emotions.
04/30/03 - Famous War
and Anti War Quotations
Are you for war? Or, are you against war? In either case, you will gain from
reading these war quotes of the wise. In this collection, I have listed twenty
of my favorite war quotes. Read what General Douglas MacArthur, Shakespeare,
Einstein, Hemingway, Benjamin Franklin and others had to say about war.
04/29/03 - Top 10
Winston Churchill
Quotes
Most people who read Winston Churchill quotes find at least a few that make them
go "Aha! I know what he is saying, I have experienced that too." This is a top 10
list of Winston Churchill quotes.
04/29/03 -
Select List of Winston Churchill Quotations
This is a select list of twenty Winston Churchill quotations that are incisive,
irreverent, and controversial. Enjoy the humor, but do not forget to decipher
the deeper meaning of the quotation.
04/28/03 - Top 10 Sad
Quotes
On this page, you will find a top 10 list of sad quotes. If you are feeling
blue, you will identify with these heart-rending sad quotes. This list also
includes quotes that will give you comfort by putting your sadness into
perspective.
04/28/03 - Select Sad
Quotations
This is a list of twenty sad quotations by Dale Carnegie, Helen Keller, Carl
Jung, Shakespeare and other famous people. When you read these quotations, you
will find that you are not alone in your sorrow.
04/28/03 - Top 10 Movie
Quotes
This is a top 10 list of movie quotes. Some of these quotes will impress you;
others will leave you thinking. Whatever the case may be, these quotes are sure
to catch your fancy.
04/28/03 - Famous Funny
Movie Quotations
Good movies reflect our dreams, aspirations, desires, and fantasies. This page
has a collection of movie quotations. Read the best quotations from Jerry
Maguire, Mission Impossible, The Matrix, Antz, The Blair Witch Project, When
Harry Met Sally, and more.
04/27/03 - Top 10 Funny
Quotes
In this list, I have presented ten of the most hilarious quotes. "It took me
fifteen years to discover I had no talent for writing, but I couldn't give it
up, because by that time I was too famous." Read this and many other funny
quotes on this page.
04/27/03 - My Favorite
Funny Quotes
Would you like to read really hilarious quotations? Read my favorite funny
quotations and chuckle away. You will find an assorted collection from the likes
of Oscar Wilde, George Bernard Shaw, Rodney Dangerfield, and Woody Allen.
04/26/03 -
Paraphrasing a Quotation
Paraphrasing a quotation means expressing it in your own words. Often, it makes
more sense to paraphrase, instead of using a direct
quotation. Find
out when paraphrasing is desirable. Also, learn the intricacies of paraphrasing.
04/25/03 - Using
Quotations in Essays
Make your essays more credible is by using
quotations. Wise words and thoughts of the famous can add that special touch to
your essay. Read this 5-page article to find out how you can use quotations
effectively. Learn about the importance of quotations. Also, learn how to blend
them into with your essays.
04/24/03 - Top
10 Quotations About Quotations
Quotations lovers will enjoy this collection of quotations about quotations.
Almost sounds like a tongue twister, doesn't it? Read what Groucho Marx,
Disraeli, Churchill, Woody Allen and others have to say about quotations.
04/24/03 - Contribute to the
Quotations Site
There are many ways to contribute to the Quotations site.
Here are forms that
can be used to recommend a quote, suggest quiz questions, request glossary
terms, report errors, or comment in general. Like other sites on About.com, the
Quotations site attempts to rapidly adapt to meet user needs. So, tell me what
can be done to make this site more useful. I will do my best to meet your
expectations.
04/23/03 - Top
10 Friendship Quotes
Have you heard the Latin proverb "A friend in need is a friend indeed"? It is
one of my favorite friendship quotes. If you want to read the most moving
friendship quotes, here is a top 10 list.
04/23/03 -
Select Friendship Quotations
04/23/03 -
How to Punctuate Quotations
04/22/03 - Top 10
Inspirational Quotes
04/22/03 - A
Select List of Inspirational Quotations
04/21/03 - Top 10
Love Quotes
04/21/03 - Choicest
Love Quotations
A friend is your true wealth. Only a person who is there for you at your time of
need is a real friend. This list is a collection of my all time favorite
friendship quotations. These quotations will make you appreciate your friend.
Correct punctuation prevents your use of quotations from looking
like plagiarism. Also,
you need to follow certain standards of punctuating quotations. Not following these standards
could make your writing look shoddy and amateurish.
Have you wondered about the use of the expression "...motivated success"?
Why is it not "...created success"? The fundamental reason for all achievement
is motivation and inspiration. This is a top 10 list of inspirational quotes.
Read the inspiring words of Mark Twain, Martin Luther King, Elliot, Buddha and
others.
Nothing will uplift you more than powerful inspiring words. This list has a rich
collection of motivational quotations from the likes of George Bernard Shaw,
Gandhi, and Helen Keller.
Express your deepest emotions with tender words of love. This is a top 10 list
of love quotes. Read what Alfred Lord Tennyson, Mother Teresa, Albert Einstein,
Mark Twain and others had to say about love.
This is a selection of my favorite love quotations. Read what Buddha, Confucius,
Voltaire, Mother Teresa, Aristotle, and others had to say about true love.
