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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.

"500 Quotes: an Original Selection" is a cherry-picked collection of quotes from some of the most important figures in history. Covering topics such as freedom, politics, art, science, and personal development, this is an inspiring read. Whether you dip in and out of it or devour it from cover to cover, this book has something for everyone.

Der Name Casanova ist den Menschen sehr wohl bekannt, denn er wird mit einem bestimmten Typus männlicher Selbstdarstellung verbunden. Giacomo Casanova schrieb seinerzeit seine Biographie auf und erregte mit den beschrieben erotischen Abenteuern viel Aufsehen. Doch leichtfertige Verfälschungen des Textes haben das literarische Ereignis Casanova zu einer billigen Operette gemacht. In diesem Werk studiert Thilo Koch die Person Casanova anhand des neu vorliegenden Memoiren-Textes und gibt dem Leser ein überraschendes Bild dieser besonderen Persönlichkeit.

"100 Quotes by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe" is a collection of reflections and thoughts from the renowned German novelist, scientist, and philosopher. Goethe's work has had a wide-ranging influence on Western literature as well as political and philosophical thought, and this collection offers a cherry-picked selection of some of his most famous quotes. This collection is perfect for fans of Plato, Emanuel Swedenborg, Montaigne, Napoleon, and Shakespeare all of whom were selected alongside Goethe as one of six "representative men" by American philosopher and essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson.

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.

"100 Quotes by Jean de la Bruyère" is a collection of thoughts from the French philosopher, moralist, and author of Caractères. Known particularly for his satirical take on philosophy and ethics, Bruyère once wrote "Life is a tragedy for those who feel, and a comedy for those who think." "100 Quotes by Jean de la Bruyère" is the ideal read for those wanting an extra bit of motivation throughout their day.

"100 Quotes by Pierre Corneille" is a collection of thoughts, witticisms, and observations from one of France’s greatest playwrights. With Corneille’s sharp mind taking centre stage, there are plenty of quotes worth committing to memory. Those familiar with his works will spot lines from his plays, making this a great read for fans of Corneille’s. A welcome addition to any book collection, it’s ideal for dipping in and out of. Considered to be the founder of French tragedy, Pierre Corneille (1606 – 1684) was born in Normandy.

"100 Quotes by Paul Valéry" is a collection of thoughts, witticisms, and observations by one of France’s greatest poets. Packed with dry, pithy, and often-touching sayings about subjects such as art, music, letters, and writing, it puts his singular approach to life, front and centre. A superb book for a leisurely browse, this is a welcome addition to any library or coffee table. Although born in Sète, Paul Valéry (1871 – 1945) was raised and educated in Montpellier.

While "600 Mystical and Spiritual Quotations" is a superb book for dipping in and out of, it also offers practical spiritual advice from six of the most forward-thinking minds of all time. Ideal for self-reflection and personal improvement, these are more than just quotes; they can be tools through which to better yourself. A welcome addition to any library or coffee table. Mahatma Gandhi (1931 – 1948) was an Indian lawyer, who became a pioneer of non-violent resistance to civil oppression.

"300 Quotations from the Great Artists of the 20th Century" is a collection of wit and wisdom from some of the 20th century’s greatest minds. The cherry-picked selection of quotes includes musings from martial arts expert and actor Bruce Lee, actor and comedian Groucho Marx, and Irish Playwright, George Bernard Shaw. This highly recommended collection is an inspiring, educational, and humorous listen, and will delight those who need some extra motivation or just a quick laugh.

"100 Quotes by Jean de la Fontaine" uncovers one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century. In this impressive collection, readers are invited to explore Fontaine’s influence on the French language, discovering pockets of wisdom and wit along the way. Having been depicted resisting the rule of Louis XIV during the dawn of the French Revolution in the 2007 film "Jean de la Fontaine", his quotes are a must-read for those looking to discover one of the greatest thinkers - and writers - of the age. Ideal for Hugh Jackman fans of "Les Misérables".

"100 Quotes by Molière" is a compendium of thoughts and observations by one of the greatest minds of 17th-century France. Often witty, sometimes sharp, and occasionally touching, readers will find themselves getting a sneak peek inside Molière’s mind. A superb read, "100 Quotes by Molière" is ideal for those with an interest in theatre and a wonderful book for dipping in and out of. One of France’s greatest dramatists, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin (1622 – 1673), better known by his stage name, Molière, was born in Paris.

"100 Quotes by Jean Racine" uncovers one of the greatest playwrights of 17th-century France. Famous for the works of "Phèdre", "Andromaque", and "Athalie", Racine’s writings are renowned for their beauty, elegance, and style. Peppered with psychological insight, his quotes invite readers to peek behind the scenes at one of Europe’s most celebrated dramatists - and thinkers - of the age. An ideal book for dipping in and out of, these quotes will provide any reader with food for thought and the tools with which to spark an interesting conversation.

Få barn som vuxit upp i Sverige har missat Astrid Lindgren, en av landets mest berömda författare genom tiderna. Men vad är det egentligen som gör hennes böcker så spännande och intressanta? Hur kommer det sig att också vuxna knappt kan förmå sig att sluta läsa "Bröderna Lejonhjärta"? Vivi Edström, långvarig ledamot i Astrid Lindgrensällskapet och litteraturprofessor, tar sig här an den komplexa frågan: Vad är det med Astrid Lindgren som berör? Och svaret hon kommer fram till kommer nog förvåna även den mest inbitne av Lindgren-läsare.

Jak zbudowana jest klasyczna powieść detektywistyczna? Po czym rozpoznać dobry czarny kryminał? Na te i inne pytania odpowiada Jerzy Siewierski – znany autor literatury kryminalnej. W monografii na temat kryminałów pisarz przybliża czytelnikom historię powieści detektywistycznej, analizuje wybrane przykłady z polskiej literatury PRL-u. To doskonałe kompendium wiedzy dla wszystkich miłośników powieści milicyjnych wydawanych w naszym kraju w drugiej połowie XX wieku.

År 2017 fyller David Bowies banbrytande album Low 40 år. När albumet släpptes 1977 liknade det inget annat med sin kombination av elektroniska ljudlandskap och rhythm 'n' blues. Bowie influerades av kabarédekadens, droger, självdestruktivitet, kalla krigets stämningar och expressionistiska konstnärer.

Was ist eigentlich ein Bücherwurm? Gibt es ihn wirklich? Und wie sieht er aus? Hektor Haarkötter entdeckt Bücherwürmer ganz unterschiedlicher Art, tierische und menschliche. Denn auch der Bücherfreund entpuppt sich oft als Bücherwurm, der gierig und gefräßig alles Gedruckte verschlingt. Und so führt die Suche, die in der Zoologie beginnt, auch bald in die Kulturgeschichte zu den zahllosen Bibliomanen in Kunst und Literatur.

Von etwa 1600 bis zum Tod Johann Sebastian Bachs im Jahre 1750 reichte die Epoche der Barockmusik. In dieser Zeit fand die Musik neue Ausdrucksformen: So wurden das Oratorium und die Oper erfunden, und die heute noch gebräuchlichen Tonsysteme Dur und Moll entstanden. Doch nicht nur der musikalische Stil veränderte sich, auch die Darbietung entsprach dem Zeitgeist des damaligen Absolutismus: Fürsten unterhielten große Orchester, Chöre und eigene Kapellmeister.

Vor dem Hintergrund von Kriegen und Revolutionen trieben die Komponisten des 19. Jahrhunderts die Musik zu ungeahnter Blüte. In der Nachfolge Beethovens schufen Musiker wie Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Wagner oder Verdi - um nur ein paar Namen herauszugreifen - einige der größten, bedeutsamsten und bekanntesten Werke der Musikgeschichte. Klassische Muster und Gattungen wurden aufgegriffen, umgewandelt und fortentwickelt; alte Grenzen wurden überschritten.

Diese Einführung im attraktiven Audioformat gibt einen informativen und leicht verständlichen Überblick über die deutschsprachige Literatur von der Nachkriegszeit bis heute. Sie stellt das unverzichtbare Basiswissen zu allen wichtigen Autoren und Werken bereit und skizziert die entscheidenden Entwicklungen in Prosa, Drama und Lyrik. Ausgewählte Autoren werden in Einzelanalysen vorgestellt.