- About the Book
BUILDING A LIFE OF VALUE:
Timeless Wisdom to Inspire and Empower Us
by Jason A. Merchey
Published by Little Moose Press
How Do You Build a Life of Value?
Civilizations rise and fall, but wisdom endures through the ages. Building
a Life of Value is wisdom at its best -- pertinent,
gutsy, original wisdom that relates to our everyday lives, our everyday
issues.
More than just a book of quotations, Building a Life of Value is a fusion
of great thinking -- from classical to contemporary, from philosophical
to poetic. It is a concert of voices, harmoniously blended by Jason Merchey
and his thought-provoking essays. It will stimulate your thinking, energize
your spirit, and deepen your understanding of human nature.
Whether you're a parent, educator, business executive, adventurer, artist,
spiritual seeker, student, or simply a human being trying to get your
bearings, this book is a marvelous tool for tuning in to your heart and
owning your own values. Consider it your shaman, your oracle, your foundation,
your blueprint for truly building a life of value.
Building a Life of Value is a gorgeous, hardbound
book of lasting value. Elegantly designed with archetypal chapter illustrations
by Thomas Gaebel, it is printed on heavy, off-white stock and Smythe-sewn
for durability. This is an ideal gift for students, graduates, writers,
attorneys, ministers, and anyone with a regular need to find the perfect
quote for any occasion.
PRAISE FOR THE VALUES OF THE WISE SERIES:
"I love this book! It's a great
compilation."
-- Anita Roddick, Author; Founder of The Body Shop
"Values of the Wise is
a treasury of ideas, thoughts, & feelings
that represent the best of humane ideals. I hope it will be widely read
because it could be a wonderful influence on the thinking and behavior
of us all."
-- Howard Zinn, Ph.D., Author;
Professor Emeritus of History, Boston University
"Values of the Wise is
Bartlett's Quotations with a conscience. It is a goldmine of insight
and inspiration. If you want to learn how to remake society, and why,
this book is a good place to start."
-- David Callahan, Ph.D., Author; political scientist and
Co-founder of Demos, a public policy think tank
"Like a medieval monastic scribe
illuminating manuscripts for the few, Jason Merchey is compiling the
wisdom of the ages for the many - a cornucopia of insightful treasures."
-- Michael Toms, Author; Co-founder and host of
New Dimensions World Broadcasting Network
"...an essential & beautiful book."
-- Robin Kelley, Ph.D., Author; Professor of African
American Studies & Anthropology, Columbia University
"An impressive compilation..."
-- The Midwest Book Review, Reviewer's Choice
"Values of the Wise is
a wonderful collection of wisdom with powerful messages..."
-- David B. Wexler, Ph.D., Director,
Relationship Training Institute
"We all need inspiration and role
models; we all grow and learn from each other. The quotations in VALUES
OF THE WISE provide just that - inspiration and knowledge for our journey
together. "
-- Deborah Lindholm, Executive Director,
Foundation for Women
"Reading the wise quotations in
this book is like taking sips from a snifter of finely aged brandy."
-- Peter B. Raabe, Ph.D., Author;
Philosopher & Philosophical Counselor
"Values of the Wise is
a great resource for professional philosophers and all seekers of wisdom.
The book contains a comprehensive and inspiring selection of quotations
from great thinkers and cultural traditions, quotes which can be used
to stimulate class discussion as well as one's own thought process."
-- Judith A. Boss, Ph.D., Author; Visiting Scholar in
Philosophy, Center for BioMedical Ethics, Brown University
"One of the many illuminating quotes
in Jason Merchey's provocative compilation is Shakespeare's 'There
is no darkness but ignorance.' Like so many of the aphorisms that Values of the Wise brings
to light, this little gem demystifies tragedy by placing its origins
in the realm of the knowable. It also typifies the constructive and
eye- opening character of Merchey's highly original collection."
-- Robert W. Fuller, Ph.D., Author; Physicist, educator,
and social activist; former President of Oberlin College
"With the book Building a Life of Value,
Mr. Merchey has done it again; a feast of thoughtful, carefully compiled
words of wisdom to nourish us all. Combined with his intriguing website,
he has now truly entered the noble realm of helping others to learn."
-- Max Weismann, Co-Founder/Director, The Mortimer
J. Adler
Center for the Study of the Great Ideas
Copyright ©2005 by Jason A.
Merchey. All Rights Reserved. Please feel free to duplicate and distribute
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