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Quotes and Images From the Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.

By Oliver Wendell Holmes

(3.5 stars) β€’ 10 reviews

Enter a world of wit and wisdom as a renowned thinker shares his collected poems on timeless human experiences.

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2004-09-03
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"Quotes and Images From the Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr." by Oliver Wendell Holmes is a compilation of insightful quotes and reflections from the multi-talented physician, poet, and essayist, offering a captivating look into his perspective on life, society, and human nature. Created around the start of the 1900s, during a time of great change in society and ideas, the book presents a vibrant summary of Holmes’ beliefs, mixing his medical experience with poetry and philosophical thinking to create a well of wisdom. The book is made up of Holmes' short observations, wise sayings, and poetic lines that show deep ideas about how people act, the difficulties of life, and the complexity of relationships. Holmes examines topics like getting older, relationships with friends, love, and what it means to be human through his understandable but meaningful language. The book is often funny and ironic. His talent as a poet to see and describe the fine points of life strikes a chord with readers, encouraging consideration of their experiences and understanding of the world. Filled with inspiration, this compilation highlights deeper thought about the intricacies of our world.

About the Author

Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. was an American physician, poet, and polymath based in Boston. Grouped among the fireside poets, he was acclaimed by his peers as one of the best writers of the day. His most famous prose works are the "Breakfast-Table" series, which began with The Autocrat of the Breakfast-Table (1858). He was also an important medical reformer. In addition to his work as an author and poet, Holmes also served as a physician, professor, lecturer, inventor, and, although he never practiced it, he received formal training in law.

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