02145cam a22003133u 4500 26604 UtSlPG 20260610133616.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 12021124 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PN Ballou, Maturin M. (Maturin Murray), 1820-1895 Pearls of Thought Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-09-13 Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "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.) Original publication data not identified Maxims https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26604 67513 67513