Pearls of Thought
Pearls of Thought, published in 1881, is a book of short quotations compiled by Maturin M. Ballou, a Boston editor and travel writer who had already produced a larger Treasury of Thought. The extracts, often a single sentence, are drawn from ancient and modern writers, philosophers, poets, preachers and statesmen, and are arranged alphabetically under subject headings, from A to Z, on virtues, vices, emotions and the conduct of life. Each is credited to its author. Ballou meant the book as a small store of wisdom to be dipped into at random, and the dedication to his wife of more than forty years sets its gentle, reflective tone. The full text is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the opening pages are free.
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Frequently asked questions about Pearls of Thought
Pearls of Thought by Maturin M. Ballou can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
Can I read Pearls of Thought online?
Yes. Pearls of Thought opens right on this page, in a reader designed for long reading: adjustable text size, light, sepia and dark themes, a clickable table of contents and your place saved when you are signed in. No download or app is needed.
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Is Pearls of Thought in the public domain?
Yes. Pearls of Thought by Maturin M. Ballou is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read Pearls of Thought?
About 5 h 10 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is Pearls of Thought?
Pearls of Thought by Maturin M. Ballou is filed under "Philosophy" in the Vinteuil library.
