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Wer in seiner Karriere vorankommen will kann sich nicht immer nur auf reine Qualifikationen verlassen: gute professionelle Kontakte sind mittlerweile unerlässlich. Unter dem Begriff Networking ist es heute selbstverständlicher Bestandteil unseres Berufsleben, doch die wenigstens verfügen hier über Kompetenzen. Dies zu ändern haben sich die Autorinnen mit dem vorliegenden Buch vorgenommen. Praxisorientiert und leicht verständlich vermitteln sie hier, wie jeder ein berufliches Netzwerk aufstellen und pflegen kann. Anhand praktischer Fragen und Übungen wird dem Leser geholfen, seinen beruflichen Erfolg mit Hilfe des richtigen networkings selbst in die Hand zu nehmen.Christine Öttl und Gitte Härter arbeiteten lange in Führungspositionen für einen der größten deutschen Medienkonzerne, bevor sie sich mit der Beratungsfirma "Objektiv" in München selbstständig machten. Sie sind Herausgeberinnen diverser erfolgreicher Bücher zum Thema Karriere und Entwicklungsberatung und bieten selber Trainings über ihre Beratungsfirma an.

A menudo consideramos que el miedo, la cólera, el sufrimiento y la angustia son frenos que nos impiden evolucionar y desarrollarnos personalmente. Pero estas emociones también pueden utilizarse como trampolines para crecer. En este libro, Jean-Charles Bouchoux se vale de la meditación y el psicoanálisis, dos disciplinas a priori muy dispares, para mostrarnos que es posible revertir las emociones negativas y acelera el proceso de curación para favorecer el desarrollo personal y espiritual.Este audiolibro está narrado en castellano.Jean-Charles Bouchoux es psicoterapeuta, psicoanalista y escritor. A su vez, es formador de terapeutas y psicoanalistas y participa en diversas organizaciones sin ánimo de lucro principalmente enfocadas a la gestión de tutelas o parcelarios. Habitual conferenciante cuando se trata de psicoanálisis o psicoterapia, su libro «Los perversos narcisistas» fue un gran éxito de ventas en Francia y lo consolidó como una de las plumas más destacadas de los últimos años.

Fortvivlelse er noget af det værste der kan overgå et menneske. Men fortvivlelsen er også nødvendig for at kende dig selv i verden, og stille spørgsmål til der hvor du befinder dig. I dette afsnit af 'Kend din Kierkegaard' kan du lære hvad Søren Kierkegaard mente om fortvivlelsen og hvad du selv kan gøre, når du føler fortvivlelsen indfinde sig.Du kender måske Søren Kierkegaards navn, men ikke hans skrifter og tanker. Det han skrev og tænkte har at gøre med dig og mig, og vores liv i verden, med vores undren over tilværelsen, og med spørgsmålet om hvordan vi bedst lever vores liv. Kierkegaard skrev om kærligheden og angsten, fortvivlelsen og troen, sorgen og glæden, og frem for alt om hvad det vil sige at være menneske i en verden, der hele tiden forandrer sig. Det er noget af alt det som din vært Pia Søltoft vil fortælle dig om i denne podcastserie, hvor du forhåbentlig vil genkende og blive klogere på dig selv gennem Søren Kierkegaards beskrivelser.Pia Søltoft er ph.d. og lektor i etik og religionsfilosofi med særligt henblik på Søren Kierkegaard ved Københavns Universitet. Fra 2010 til 2013 var hun leder af Søren Kierkegaard Forskningscenteret og en af nøglepersonerne i markeringen af 200-året for Søren Kierkegaards fødsel. Sammen med den norske advokat og forfatter Tormod Tingstad har hun skrevet bogen "Kunsten at blive et godt menneske", som blandt andet baserer sig på Søren Kierkegaards filosofi.

Ein Hörbuch für alle, die Ausbeutern, Absahnern und Niedermachern den Kampf ansagen wollen! Egal, ob es sich dabei um schlechte Beratungen von Geldinstituten und Kanzleien handelt, Behandlungsfehler in Krankenhäusern oder Willkür von Ämtern. Autor Hans Georg Möntmann schildert in seinem Ratgeber „Bonzen, Banken und Behörden" entsprechende Fälle, erläutert Möglichkeiten gegen diese Ungerechtigkeiten vorzugehen und führt Anlaufstellen zur Unterstützung auf.Hans Georg Möntmann wurde im Jahr 1945 in Leverkusen geboren. Er ist beruflich als Wirtschaftsjournalist und Unternehmensberater tätig. Zudem ist Hans Georg Möntmann Autor mehrerer Publikationen.

Drømmer du om mere tid og frihed i hverdagen? Om at arbejde mindre, tage en pause midt i arbejdslivet og fokusere mere på familie og hobbyer? Gennem konkrete værktøjer og personlige fortællinger fra andre, der har opnået eller er på vej mod økonomisk frihed, viser denne bog, at det er muligt for alle at skabe et liv, hvor vi træffer valg baseret på lyst og interesse.Denne guide henvender sig til alle, der ønsker mere frihed til at leve drømmelivet. Det kræver økonomisk frihed, og her får du anvisningerne til, hvordan du opnår det. Du bliver klogere på FIRE-bevægelsen, typer af økonomisk frihed, privatøkonomi, budgetoptimering, opsparing, ekstra indtægtskilder og investering. Alt dette tilsammen gør dig i stand til at skabe rammerne for et liv med mere frihed og langt flere muligheder.Sarah Ofelia Møss er en passioneret iværksætter på den danske finans- og investeringsscene. Hun står bag virksomhederne Ofelia Invest og Forlaget Penge og sætter ofte og gerne nye projekter i søen. Udover en kandidatgrad i sociologi har hun nogle solide coachinguddannelser og 10 år i service- og restaurationsbranchen med sig i rygsækken. I november 2019 blev Sarah udråbt af Berlingske Tidende som en af de 100 mest indflydelsesrige kvinder i Danmark.Cecilie Blovsted har sammen med sin mand og sine to børn skabt et liv med stor grad af økonomisk frihed uden at gå på kompromis med det, der giver værdi i livet. De har valgt at leve på én indkomst for at have mere tid sammen som familie.

Wer beruflich aufsteigen möchte, dem kann ein schlechter Witz oder die falsche Kleidung schon mal einen Strich durch die Rechnung machen. Erst recht wer Kollegen unterbricht oder sich in Teamarbeit zurücklehnt wird bei der Arbeit nicht gerne gesehen, denn das gute Benehmen ist hier sogar noch wichtiger als in anderen Lebensbereichen. Beim Vermeiden dieser Fehltritte ist der vorliegende Ratgeber unerlässlich: klar verständlich und mit vielen Fallbeispielen erklärt die Autorin, auf welches richtige Verhalten bei der Arbeit zu setzen ist und welche Fettnäpfchen vermieden werden können, damit dem beruflichen Aufstieg nichts mehr im Weg steht.Elisabeth Bonneau ist ausgebildete Kommunikationstrainerin und verfügt über 25 Jahre Berufserfahrung in Deutschland und der Schweiz. Sie ist die Autorin mehrerer Bücher zum Thema richtiges Verhalten und Kommunikation und beantwortet in Kolumnen u.a. in der Brigitte regelmäßig Fragen von Leser*innen rund ums Thema Stil und Etiquette. Insbesondere liegt ihr Fokus auch auf dem Thema Verhalten im Beruf und professionelle Etiquette. Hier zählt sie u.a. die Deutsche Bank und DaimlerChrysler zu ihren Kunden.

Du tænker måske ikke på dig selv som et troende menneske. Måske har har du ingen forestillinger om, hvad der sker med os efter vi dør. Alligevel så ville Søren Kierkegaard mene, at ethvert menneske har mærket troens længsel. Vores tilbøjelighed til at stille spørgsmål ved vores eksistens, og vores håb på at få et svar på helt grundlæggende eksistentielle spørgsmål er et instinkt hos os mennesker, mener Kierkegaard. Og det er netop denne længsel, som det skal handle om i dette afsnit af 'Kend din Kierkegaard'.Du kender måske Søren Kierkegaards navn, men ikke hans skrifter og tanker. Det han skrev og tænkte har at gøre med dig og mig, og vores liv i verden, med vores undren over tilværelsen, og med spørgsmålet om hvordan vi bedst lever vores liv. Kierkegaard skrev om kærligheden og angsten, fortvivlelsen og troen, sorgen og glæden, og frem for alt om hvad det vil sige at være menneske i en verden, der hele tiden forandrer sig. Det er noget af alt det som din vært Pia Søltoft vil fortælle dig om i denne podcastserie, hvor du forhåbentlig vil genkende og blive klogere på dig selv gennem Søren Kierkegaards beskrivelser.Pia Søltoft er ph.d. og lektor i etik og religionsfilosofi med særligt henblik på Søren Kierkegaard ved Københavns Universitet. Fra 2010 til 2013 var hun leder af Søren Kierkegaard Forskningscenteret og en af nøglepersonerne i markeringen af 200-året for Søren Kierkegaards fødsel. Sammen med den norske advokat og forfatter Tormod Tingstad har hun skrevet bogen "Kunsten at blive et godt menneske", som blandt andet baserer sig på Søren Kierkegaards filosofi.

Un llibre sobre creixement personal que parla de la cerca d'un espai vital propi. Moltes crisis de parella vénen de la falta d'aquest espai. Tothom necessita el seu "jardí secret" emocional i creatiu. Un lloc on créixer com a persones, on refugiar-se per crear, on reinventar-se. Aquest jardí secret és ideal per tenir cura del benestar d'un mateix i per poder, així, tenir estabilitat i qualitat en les relacions interpersonals.Josep López (Barcelona, 1967) és autor i coach literari. Va estudiar Periodisme i va treballar durant dues dècades en comunicació empresarial. Des de fa uns anys dedica la seva vida a la literatura, tant per ensenyar el món editorial i els seus secrets a autors novells com per escriure llibres de creixement personal. Ha escrit llibres com El valor del samurai o Buen Karma.Georges Escribano és psicòleg i psicoterapeuta. Va estudiar Psicologia i es va especialitzar en Anàlisis Transaccional. Dedica el seu temps a ensenyar a la Universitat Sigmund Freud i a l'escola d'Anàlisis Transaccional de l'île de France, a París. Ha escrit diversos llibres de psicologia i d'autoajuda, alguns d'autoria compartida com El benefici (amb Àlex Rovira) o Els jardins secrets (amb Josep López).

Wir alle sehnen uns erfüllten Beziehungen – in jeglichen Situationen und Lebenslagen. Doch wie schaffen wir es, glückliche Beziehungen zu anderen Menschen aufzubauen? Anselm Grün verrät uns 25 Wege, die Menschen zusammenkommen lassen. Ein Hörbuch, das zum Nachdenken, Selbstreflektieren sowie zum aktiven Umsetzen im Alltag einlädt.Anselm Grün (geboren 1945) ist ein deutscher Benediktinerpater und Autor. Grün promovierte 1974 zum Doktor der Theologie und studierte anschließend Betriebswirtschaftslehre. Er veröffentlichte bisher über 300 Werke, darunter vor allem spirituelle Bücher. Zu seinen bekanntesten Lesern gehört Papst Franziskus.

"Det gælder om at finde den idé for hvilken jeg vil leve og dø" Sådan står der på en sten i Gilleleje, og citatet stammer selvfølgelig fra Søren Kierkegaard. Citatet fortæller om hvor vigtigt Kierkegaard mente det var at finde en drivkraft, en grund til at stå op om morgenen og leve sit liv. I dette afsnit af 'Kend din Kierkegaard' fortæller vært Pia Søltoft om den dovne Kierkegaard, der blev sendt til Gilleleje af sin far for at læse til eksamen på teologistudiet, men som i stedet brugte tiden på at kigge indad. Måske vil du også lære hvordan du selv kan finde den idé for hvilken du vil leve og dø.Du kender måske Søren Kierkegaards navn, men ikke hans skrifter og tanker. Det han skrev og tænkte har at gøre med dig og mig, og vores liv i verden, med vores undren over tilværelsen, og med spørgsmålet om hvordan vi bedst lever vores liv. Kierkegaard skrev om kærligheden og angsten, fortvivlelsen og troen, sorgen og glæden, og frem for alt om hvad det vil sige at være menneske i en verden, der hele tiden forandrer sig. Det er noget af alt det som din vært Pia Søltoft vil fortælle dig om i denne podcastserie, hvor du forhåbentlig vil genkende og blive klogere på dig selv gennem Søren Kierkegaards beskrivelser.Pia Søltoft er ph.d. og lektor i etik og religionsfilosofi med særligt henblik på Søren Kierkegaard ved Københavns Universitet. Fra 2010 til 2013 var hun leder af Søren Kierkegaard Forskningscenteret og en af nøglepersonerne i markeringen af 200-året for Søren Kierkegaards fødsel. Sammen med den norske advokat og forfatter Tormod Tingstad har hun skrevet bogen "Kunsten at blive et godt menneske", som blandt andet baserer sig på Søren Kierkegaards filosofi.

Den grønne bølge er på vej ind over investeringsmarkedet, og du kan med dine sparepenge være med til at gøre en forskel. Få styr på begreberne, og bliv guidet til ansvarlige investeringer, der matcher dine værdier.Miljø, samfund og ledelse spiller en stor rolle for placeringen af penge, som både skal give et afkast og gøre en forskel i verden. I denne guide går vi tæt på megatrenden bæredygtig investering og forklarer grundlæggende begreber som CSR og ESG samt de nye banebrydende EU-regler. Sammen med masser af inspiration og anvisninger til at komme i gang med at investere ansvarligt, får du en række interview med eksperter, der deler ud af deres viden.Jane Ibsen Piper er uddannet jurist og har de seneste 10 år arbejdet inden for den finansielle sektor. Derudover er Jane lidt af en opsparingsguru. Det startede i 2014, da hun besluttede sig for at lave et købestop og sortere i, hvad der tilskrev hendes liv værdi, og hvad der var spild af penge. Jane er en dedikeret minimalist og driver et fællesskab for ligesindede, ligesom hun har skrevet en bog om emnet. Hun er i øvrigt en helt almindelig lønmodtager med familie og en hverdag, der skal fungere.Sarah Ophelia Møss har flere coaching-uddannelser bag sig, en bachelor i samfundsvidenskab fra RUC og en kandidat i sociologi fra Aalborg Universitet. Hun er selvstændig og driver virksomheden Ophelia Invest, og hun er blevet kåret som en af de 100 mest indflydelsesrige kvinder i Danmark under temaet finans af Berlingske Tidende.

While Lee is best known as a peerless martial artist, ‘100 Quotes by Bruce Lee’ demonstrates an extraordinary intelligence behind the flying fists.With a deep interest in philosophy and drama, this book contains thoughts and observations that are profound, thoughtful, and often funny.A superb read for those who want a peek into the mind of the ‘Little Dragon,’ this book is a must for Lee fans of all ages.Li Jun Fan (1940 – 1973) is better known as Bruce Lee. Born in San Francisco, but raised in Hong Kong, he was the son of an actor and opera singer. As a result of his father’s jobs, the young Lee found himself a regular on film sets.After being sent to America, Lee graduated in drama from the University of Washington and, shortly after, set up his own martial arts school. After a karate display in Los Angeles, he was offered the role of Kato in the TV series, ‘The Green Hornet.’After finding success on the small screen, Lee went on to write, direct, choreograph, and star in a number of movies, including ‘Fists of Fury,’ ‘Enter the Dragon,’ and ‘Game of Death.’ He is credited with launching the careers of other martial art movie stars, including Chuck Norris and Jackie Chan.

William Shakespeare, Plato, Buddha, Albert Einstein, Winston Churchill, and Napoleon Bonaparte are just some of the famous names that make up this collection of 500 famous quotes.With ancient sages, politicians, military leaders, philosophers, and physicists imparting their wisdom, this carefully crafted compilation will not only develop your cultural knowledge but entertain, amuse, and inspire you too.´Develop your General Culture in 500 Quotes´ will delight those who would like a boost of cultural literacy.William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was one of the greatest English poets, playwrights, and actors. Friedrich Nietzsche (1844 – 1900) is regarded as one of the 19th-century philosophers to have had a lasting effect on contemporary philosophy. Sun Tzu (544 BC-496 BC) was a Chinese philosopher and military general who influenced Western and East Asian philosophy with his work ´The Art of War´. Plato was an ancient Greek philosopher who founded the Platonist school of thought. He is considered a key figure in the history of Ancient Greek and Western philosophy.Lao Zi (1368 – 1644) is credited as the founding father of Taoism. Thought to have lived at the same time as Confucius, he wrote the Tao Te Ching. Gautama Buddha (480 BCE – 400 BCE) was an aristocrat who eschewed materialism, in favour of spiritual reflection. He is the founder of Buddhism. Albert Einstein (1879 – 1955) was a theoretical physicist, who is best remembered for developing the Theory of Relativity.Born in England, Winston Churchill (1874-1965) served as the British Prime Minister during WWII. Confucius (551 BCE–479 BCE) was born in China. His profound teachings established Confucianism, which promotes personal and societal morality. Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) was a French military leader during the French Revolution.

William Shakespeare, Plato, Buddha, Albert Einstein, Winston Churchill, and Napoleon Bonaparte are just some of the famous names that make up this collection of 500 famous quotes.With ancient sages, politicians, military leaders, philosophers, and physicists imparting their wisdom, this carefully crafted compilation will not only develop your cultural knowledge but entertain, amuse, and inspire you too.´Develop your General Culture in 1000 Quotes´ will delight those who would like a boost of cultural literacy.William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was one of the greatest English poets, playwrights, and actors. Friedrich Nietzsche (1844 – 1900) is regarded as one of the 19th-century philosophers to have had a lasting effect on contemporary philosophy. Sun Tzu (544 BC-496 BC) was a Chinese philosopher and military general who influenced Western and East Asian philosophy with his work ´The Art of War´. Plato was an ancient Greek philosopher who founded the Platonist school of thought. He is considered a key figure in the history of Ancient Greek and Western philosophy.Lao Zi (1368 – 1644) is credited as the founding father of Taoism. Thought to have lived at the same time as Confucius, he wrote the Tao Te Ching. Gautama Buddha (480 BCE – 400 BCE) was an aristocrat who eschewed materialism, in favour of spiritual reflection. He is the founder of Buddhism. Albert Einstein (1879 – 1955) was a theoretical physicist, who is best remembered for developing the Theory of Relativity.Born in England, Winston Churchill (1874-1965) served as the British Prime Minister during WWII. Confucius (551 BCE–479 BCE) was born in China. His profound teachings established Confucianism, which promotes personal and societal morality. Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) was a French military leader during the French Revolution.

‘600 Quotations from the Great Writers of the 20th Century’ features the wit and wisdom of some of the 20th Century’s greatest writers and minds.A cherry-picked selection, the collection includes quotes from the likes of famous Irish poet and playwright, Oscar Wilde, American-Lebanese writer and poet Khalil Gibran, Winston Churchill, Britain’s celebrated prime minister, and many more.An entertaining and inspiring compilation of their best quotes, ‘600 Quotations from the Great Writers of the 20th Century’ is ideal for those interested in an extra boost of inspiration throughout their day.Young Jewish refugee Anne Frank (1929-1945) is famous for her diaries that detailed her attempts to hide from the Nazi’s in German-occupied Amsterdam. Winston Churchill (1874-1965) is the charismatic and oft-quoted, British Prime Minister that led the country to victory over Nazi Germany in the second World War. Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) is one of the most celebrated writers in history and is best known for his novel ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’.The Austrian novelist and biographer Stefan Zweig (1881-1942) was one of the most famous authors throughout the 1920s and 1930s. Born in France, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (1900-1944) was a writer and journalist, best known for his novella ´The Little Prince´. Khalil Gibran (1883-1931) was a Lebanese-American author and philosopher, best remembered for his prose poetry fable ´The Prophet´.

Meditation has been scientifically proven to help alleviate pain, increase willpower and efficiency, and generally enhance satisfaction by bringing clarity and focus into everyday decisions. Long before that, it was agreed that its techniques were the basis for living a more empowered and enlightened life: the more consciousness one achieves, the easier it is to free oneself from the unconscious influences that can shape our behavior against our will. This album is the result of a careful compilation of every essential meditation tool for beginners. Simple yet powerful, they are easy to learn and provide you with a wide panel of techniques to help you shape your own daily meditation ritual and enjoy all the benefits of advanced practice. From breathing awareness to mantra meditation techniques, basic, intermediate and advanced Zen techniques, guided chakra meditations and visualizations: 21 tracks to guide you towards mastering all meditation essentials.

Mornings set the whole day's beat: it is up to you to seize the opportunity of living a more relaxed and enjoyable life. This series of exercices are designed to take part in your personal morning routine, one or more at a time, as healthy habits to shape your way to success. Increase your self-esteem, become more relaxed and playful, learn mindfulness and improve your visualization skills through a journey of the senses, gain focus and presence through your whole day with proven and efficient techniques that will lead you to a more enlightened life.

This series of exercices is specially designed to help you overcome shyness, boost your confidence and improve your self-esteem, through simple and proven techniques. Self-esteem is an absolutely essential part of our survival. Without it, we are at risk of self-defeating behavior or unhealthily negative feelings. Through guided visualization and relaxation techniques, these exercices will help you overcome anxiety while easily improving your confidence and social skills. Listen to these exercises whenever you need to alleviate anxiety in link to social situations, for healing or for maintaining self-esteem in a time of stress and tension.

The concept of mindfulness has been an essential part of life in Oriental societies for centuries. It is a fundamental key to awakening and living one's own life in full conscience, as opposed to the pointless suffering one can experience through the hectic pace of Western ways of life. This series of mindfulness exercices will introduce you to the most simple and powerful techniques. They are essential for beginning one's work in mindfulness, and will benefit more advanced practicioners by enhancing one's powers of concentration, visualization, and general awareness. Step in now for a more enlightened life on your own terms.

‘600 Quotations from the Great Writers of the 17th Century’ features the wit and wisdom of some of the 17th century’s greatest-ever writers, including Miguel de Cervantes, novelist and scientist Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, French playwright Jean Racine, and English playwright William Shakespeare, one of the most quoted people in the world.This carefully curated compilation is motivating, insightful, and entertaining and will delight those who are looking for an extra dose of inspiration.Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes (1547-1616) is renowned for his best-selling novel ‘Don Quixote’, which has been adapted for TV and film on many occasions. German poet and playwright, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832), is the author of the acclaimed ‘Metamorphosis of Plants’ and ‘Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship’.French playwright Jean Racine (1639-1699) is one of the greatest playwrights of the 17th century and the author of ‘Phèdre’, ‘Andromaque’, and ‘Athalie’. William Shakespeare (1564-1616) is considered one of the most famous English playwrights and the author of ‘Hamlet’, ‘Macbeth’, ‘Romeo & Juliet. His works continue to entertain and inspire to this day.

Panic attacks can be debilitating, and the fear of getting one can often lead to a full-fledged attack. Guided relaxation techniques are one extremely efficient way of calming the mind and focusing the attention while making the physical symptoms recede. These exercises are short enough to be kept handy in case of need. You will learn simple and proven techniques to bring yourself to a safe place, to break free from obsessive thoughts, and concentrate on your body to dispel the anxiety attack in a safe way. They include: Guided relaxation to dispel obsessive thoughts, Guided visualization and relaxation on a peaceful beach, Body scan anxiety relief technique, Guided relaxation for anxiety relief.

‘300 Quotes from Poets’ is a brilliant collection of quotes from some of the most celebrated French poets, including Charles Baudelaire, Alfred de Musset, and Alphonse de Lamartine.These great minds are responsible for some of the most celebrated works in French history, as well as quotes like "The beautiful is always bizarre" and "Music is the literature of the heart; it commences where speech ends."‘300 Quotes from Poets’ is the ideal read for anyone with an inquiring mind.Charles Pierre Baudelaire (1821 –1867) was a French poet whose original style influenced a whole generation. His most famous work is ‘Les Fleurs du mal’ (The Flowers of Evil).Alfred de Musset (1810 – 1857) was a French dramatist, poet, and novelist, who famously wrote the autobiographical novel ‘La Confession d'un enfant du siècle’ (The Confession of a Child of the Century).Alphonse de Lamartine (1790 – 1869) was a French author, poet, and statesman, who was hugely influential in the foundation of the Second Republic and wrote the epic poem ‘La Chute d'un Ange’ (The Fall of an Angel).

Full of French wit and wisdom, this superb collection is not to be missed.This book is a celebration of Alexandre Dumas' talent and contains 100 of his most celebrated quotes, including 'Nothing succeeds like success', 'All generalisations are dangerous, even this one' and All human wisdom is contained in these two words - Wait and Hope'.´100 Quotes by Alexandre Dumas´ is the ideal read for anyone with an inquiring mind about the musings of one of the most renowned French authors.Alexandre Dumas (1802-1870) was a French playwright and author, best known for his historical adventure novels, including 'The Three Musketeers' (1844), 'The Count of Monte Cristo’ (1844), and ‘The Man in the Iron Mask’ (1847).He is one of the best-known and most widely-read French writers worldwide, with his works translated into over one hundred languages. Dumas’s novels have been adapted and made into over 200 films and TV series, including ‘The Man in the Iron Mask’ (1998) starring Leonardo Di Caprio, ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’ (2002) starring Guy Pearce and ‘The Three Musketeers’ (1993) starring Kiefer Sutherland and Charlie Sheen.

Uncover the wisdom from one of the most notable figures of Classicism, and the master of ‘maxims’ himself, François de La Rochefoucauld, in this collection of some of his most notable quotes.French moralist and author, Rochefoucauld is most famous for his ´Memoirs´ and the ´Maxims´, focusing on the cynical nature of love, loyalty, and friendship.An accomplished 17th-century nobleman, he lived during a time when the royal court was deciding between both aiding the nobility and threatening it.‘100 Quotes by François de La Rochefoucauld’ now allows readers to peek behind the scenes at one of France’s most notable figures to date.François de La Rochefoucauld (1613-1680) was a French moralist, author and leading figure in the literary movement of Classicism. Master of Memoirs and Maxims, his work focused on the cynical nature of love, loyalty and friendship.An accomplished 17th-century nobleman, he lived during a time when the royal court was deciding between both aiding the nobility and threatening it.

This superb collection contains 100 of William Shakespeare’s most celebrated quotes, including 'Is this a dagger I see before me', 'If music be the food of love, play on', and 'Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown'.The world-famous English poet and playwright, widely regarded as one of the greatest ever writers, left a formidable body of work that continues to be performed, celebrated and quoted to this day.Guaranteed to educate, amuse and surprise, this wonderful collection is perfect for all ages, and for anyone looking to impress their friends.William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was an English poet and playwright. He is widely regarded as the greatest-ever English language writer and the world's pre-eminent dramatist.His plays have been translated into every major language, while his work continues to be studied, adapted, and performed to adoring audiences worldwide. His best-known works include ‘MacBeth’, ‘The Tempest’, ‘As You Like It’, 'Much Ado About Nothing’, and perhaps his most famous play, ‘Romeo and Juliet’.Shakespeare continues to inspire writers and filmmakers to this day, and his works have been adapted to film on numerous occasions, including ‘Romeo + Juliet’ (1996) starring Claire Danes and Leonardo DiCaprio, and the Apple TV film, ‘The Tragedy of MacBeth’ (2021) starring Denzell Washington and Frances McDormand.

Renowned for his political ideology, 'Gaullism', Charles André Joseph Marie de Gaulle (1890-1970) had a major influence on French politics.Amongst the Frenchman's most famous quotes are, "The cemetery is filled with indispensable men." and "I cannot prevent the French from being French." A carefully crafted collection, ´100 quotes by Charles de Gaulle´ contains 100 of his most celebrated quotes.This collection is ideal for anyone looking for a bit of philosophical guidance.Charles André Joseph Marie de Gaulle (1890-1970) was a French general and statesman, who led the Free French during World War Two and went on to become the architect of the Fifth Republic.A decorated officer of the First World War, De Gaulle went on to chair the Provisional Government of the French Republic from 1944-1946. Retiring in the early 1950s, he wrote his ‘War Memoirs’, and in 1958, was re-appointed Prime Minister of France and founded the Fifth Republic.De Gaulle was elected President of France later that year and remained President until his resignation in 1969.

‘2000 Final Quotations’ is an insightful and humorous collection of quotes from some of the world’s greatest thinkers, writers, artists, and statesmen.It contains contributions from Shakespeare, Gandhi and Carl Jung to Friedrich Nietzsche, Confucius and Leonardo da Vinci - and lots more!Stretching from Ancient Greece to 20th-century Germany, this wonderful compilation is guaranteed to inspire and entertain those who want a bit of extra philosophical guidance throughout their day.Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Jane Austen, William Shakespeare, Marcel Proust, Anton Chekhov, Arthur Schopenhauer, Friedrich Nietzsche, Laozi, Immanuel Kant, Mahatma Gandhi, Buddha, Albert Einstein, Anne Frank, Leonardo da Vinci, Confucius, Baruch Spinoza, Marcus Aurelius, Carl Jung, Cicero, Emil Cioran.

Dive into the wits and wisdom of famous world statesmen in this intriguing collection of quotes!From World War giants and Ancient Roman Emperors to French Generals and American Presidents, this carefully crafted collection of quotes is guaranteed to entertain, amuse, and inspire.‘600 Quotes from Major Leaders’ is ideal for those needing a bit of extra philosophical guidance and inspiration throughout their day.Winston Churchill (1874-1965) was the leader of Britain, and Charles de Gaulle (1890-1970) was the leader of France during the Second World War.Marcus Aurelius (121–180) was a famous Emperor of Ancient Rome, while French General Napoleon Bonaparte (1769 -1821) conquered vast swathes of Europe.Inspirational American President Abraham Lincoln (1809 - 1865) abolished slavery and won the American Civil War, while Indian pacifist and civil rights activist Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948) famously led India to independence from the British.

While wisdom is something to be accrued through experience and knowledge, ‘500 Quotes of Great Wisdom’ offers a shortcut.Dipping into the minds of some of the most revered thinkers of all time, this book is packed with insights, reflections, and observations sure to inspire and stimulate thought.A superb gift for anyone with an inquiring mind.Mahatma Gandhi (1931 – 1948) was an Indian lawyer, who became a pioneer of non-violent resistance to civil oppression. Gautama Buddha (480 BCE – 400 BCE) was an aristocrat who eschewed materialism in favour of spiritual reflection. He is the founder of Buddhism.Martin Luther King (1929 – 1969) was a Baptist minister who became the most important figure in the American Civil Rights movement. Mother Teresa (1910 – 1997) was an Albanian-Indian Catholic nun who was canonised for her missionary work. One of the pioneers of Stoicism, Marcus Aurelius (121 – 180) was a Roman emperor and a revered philosopher.

While we tend to think of the great thinkers as hailing from Ancient Greece, the 19th century has had more than its fair share of sharp minds.‘500 Quotations from the Great Philosophers of the 19th Century’ is a collection of reflections, insights, and observations from some of the best brains of that era.A superb book for dipping in and out of, this makes a great gift for anyone with an interest in history or philosophy.Søren Kierkegaard (1813 – 1855) was born in Copenhagen. He is considered to be one of the founders of existential philosophy and wrote many books on religion, ethics, morality, and philosophy. Born in Poland, Arthur Schopenhauer (1788 – 1860) was one of the first philosophers to combine elements of Indian philosophy and Western philosophy in his pursuit of transcendental idealism.Another transcendentalist, Henry David Thoreau (1817 – 1862) also predicted the importance of environmentalism in the future. Friedrich Nietzsche (1844 – 1900) is regarded as one of the 19th-century German philosophers to have had a lasting effect on contemporary philosophy. Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803 – 1882) was an American philosopher and poet who led the American transcendentalist movement during the 1800s.