Pearls of Thought by Maturin M. Ballou
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"Pearls of Thought" by Maturin M. Ballou is a collection of aphorisms and quotations compiled in the late 19th century. The work distills wisdom from various authors and eras, presenting thoughtful insights on a multitude of topics ranging from love to ambition. This anthology aims to inspire readers and stimulate further contemplation and research, making it both a reflective and educational read. The opening of "Pearls of Thought" introduces the author's intent
to curate significant passages from a wide array of sources, emphasizing the value of wisdom and the joy of learning from the intellects of others. The preface underscores the compiler's dedication to illuminating profound thoughts and ideas, which set the tone for the collection. Each section is organized alphabetically, featuring a rich tapestry of quotes that explore various themes, such as action, beauty, and adversity. This arrangement invites readers to engage with the material in a contemplative manner, discovering gems of wisdom applicable to their own lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ballou, Maturin M. (Maturin Murray), 1820-1895 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 12021124 |
| Title | Pearls of Thought |
| Credits |
Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Maxims |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 26604 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-26604-6 |
| Release Date | Sep 13, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1368 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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