The Book of Who Said That?: Fascinating Stories Behind Famous Quotes -- Publicat

<b><i>The Book of Who Said That?</i> is a collection of famous quotes and the stories behind them, spoken by history's most influential politicians, artists, philosophers, writers, and cultural movers.</b><ul><li>300+ articles cover a wide range of people and topics, from the well known to the obscure.</li><li>Each of 11 chapters focuses on a theme: Wit and Wisdom from the Ancient World; Words from the White House; In Times of War; Science and Nature; Ideas of a Nation; Culture; Places; The Human Condition; Love and Marriage; Popular Sayings; The Quotables.</li><li>Learn how profound words have shaped the milieu of cultural movements and historical moments.</li><li>Did Nathan Hale really say, "I regret that I only have one life to give for my country?"; What baseball player was known by his catchphrase "Let's Play Two!"? What poet was called mad, bad, and dangerous to know? Who said, "The world is a comedy to those that think, a tragedy to those that feel"? Where did the phrase "Always a bridesmaid, never a bride" originate? It's often said as a fact that John Adams coined the phrase "Facts are stubborn things," but this is actually a false fact. Who should get credit?</li><li>Hardcover, 704 pages.</li></ul><br><br><b>Author:</b> Publications International Ltd<br><b>Publisher:</b> Publications International, Ltd.<br><b>Published:</b> 08/01/2017<br><b>Pages:</b> 704<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 2.15lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 9.00h x 6.10w x 2.20d<br><b>ISBN:</