Selected quotation

"Optimism is the madness of insisting that all is well when we are miserable."

~ François-Marie Arouet (Voltaire), "Candide"



Various books with quotations, aphorisms and proverbs:

A Continual Feast: Words of Comfort and Celebration, Collected by Father Tim

365 Inspirational Quotes (365 Days Perpetual Calendars)

Chinese Proverbs

The Oxford Dictionary of Quotations

Best Quotations for All Occasions

The Book of Positive Quotations, 2nd Edition

Positive Thinking Every Day: An Inspiration for Each Day of the Year

Ancient Wisdom: The Book of Proverbs With Devotions for Today

Apronisms: Pocket Wisdom for Every Day

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

The Yale Book of Quotations

101 French Proverbs