Selected quotation

"I am prepared for the worst, but hope the best."

~ Benjamin Disraeli, "The Wondrous Tale of Alroy"



Various books with quotations, aphorisms and proverbs:

8,789 Words of Wisdom

The Most Brilliant Thoughts of All Time (In Two Lines or Less)

Chinese Proverbs

101 French Proverbs

The Yale Book of Quotations

Great Quotes from Great Leaders

The Proverbs Driven Life: Timeless Wisdom for Your Words, Work, Wealth, and Relationships

Oxymoronica: Paradoxical Wit & Wisdom From History's Greatest Wordsmiths

Doonesbury.com's The War in Quotes

The Wise and Witty Quote Book: More than 2000 Quotes to Enlighten, Encourage, and Enjoy

The Book of Positive Quotations, 2nd Edition

The Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Word: Quotes - Titles - Poetry - Tips - Words