Neverisms

From Mardy Grothe, the author of Ifferisms,Oxymoronica,and I Never Met a Metaphor IDidn’t Like, comes a new collection of witty and wise quotations about what never to do in life. Remember, “never let the fear of striking out get in your way” (BabeRuth), "never hit anyone if you can help it, but never hit soft"(Theodore Roosevelt); "never be afraid tosit awhile and think" (Lorraine Hansberry); and, of course, neverleave home without the perfect quote for any occasion from Dr. Mardy’s Neverisms. This one-of-a-kind collection of humor and wordplay explores the wit and wisdom behind what we should never do: Words to Live By: Discover timeless wisdom from thinkers like Confucius, FDR, and Margaret Mead on how to live a better life. Humor and Wordplay: Laugh along with witty one-liners from humorists like Dave Barry, Erma Bombeck, and P.J. O’Rourke on the lighter side of cautionary warnings. Proverbs and Maxims: Explore the surprising origins of classic sayings like "Never judge a book by its cover" and "Never cry over spilt milk." Famous Historical Figures: Learn the essential life lessons behind quotes from leaders like Winston Churchill, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt.