Selected Famous Quotes from Around the World

Author: Fu Mingwei
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Publish Date: 2004-07-01
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Humans should survive, but for evolution; they may suffer, but for the relief of future suffering; they should fight, but for reform. — Lu Xun
Nature never jokes; she is always serious. She is always right, while flaws and errors belong to humans. Nature despises the incapable and submits to the capable, pure talents, only then does she reveal her secrets. — Albert Einstein
Life is a constant change. It is the weakening of the physical life and the strengthening and expansion of the spiritual life. — Leo Tolstoy
I believe people can live an interesting and useful life in every period. We should not waste our lives and be able to say, "I have done what I could do." People can only ask us this, and only this can bring us some joy. — Marie Curie
In the treasure trove of human wisdom, precious gems are everywhere. Among countless scientific, artistic, and cultural treasures, there are shining pearls scattered like stars in the vast sky, adding beauty to the night. These pearls are the wise sayings left by famous figures. This book reflects the following features: First, it selects profound and philosophical sayings, arranging them in categories from Chinese to foreign. It also notes the nationality and identity of the sayers. Additionally, the editor provides hints for each saying. Some hints are explanatory, often used for ancient classical Chinese sayings, focusing on clarifying the original meaning, with some expanding slightly and others not. Other hints are interpretive and philosophical, suitable for sayings that convey lessons about emotions, events, or things. These hints help readers understand the sayings from different perspectives, allowing them to grasp the essence at a glance. However, the sayings from different eras and cultures have their own backgrounds, and readers can analyze and deepen their understanding,ing the truth on their own. For brevity, the nationality of Chinese sayers is not noted after their names. During the writing process, the editor wrote model essays for each category to help readers use famous sayings to further elaborate on the themes of their essays in various writing exams, providing inspiration and reference. Additionally, to help readers learn about the lives of famous figures, the book includes nearly 550 famous names from ancient and modern times, spanning fields such as philosophy, literature, art, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, astronomy, and geology. Readers can also use it as a reference for famous personages.