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“It's a very good historical book about history.”
Dan Quayle
“Our work has only begun. In our time we have an historic opportunity to shape a global balance of power that favors freedom and that will therefore deepen and extend the peace. And I use the word power broadly, because even more important than military and indeed economic power is the power of ideas, the power of compassion, and the power of hope.”
Condoleezza Rice
“As I see it, the most effective way to do this is frankly to accept these historical tales for what they are now known to be - folklore - and treat them in such a fashion that the realistic-minded, sophisticated people of our generation accept them... I sincerely hope that this painting will help reawaken interest in the cherry tree tale and other bits of American folklore that are too good to lose.”
Grant Wood
“I won't predict anything historic. But nothing is impossible.”
Michael Phelps
“This valuable first-hand account of the historic Montgomery Bus Boycott, written by an important, behind-the-scenes organizer, evokes the emotional intensity of the civil rights struggle. It ought to be required reading for all Americans who value their freedom and the contribution of Black women to our history.”
Coretta Scott King
“Speak softly and carry a big stick, and you will go far.”
Teddy Roosevelt
“The Sixties were an oyster decade: slippery, luxurious and reportedly aphrodisiac they slipped down the historical throat without touching the sides”
Julian Barnes
“Sherlock Holmes is a massive figure in people's minds. More massive than a lot of real historical characters - these figures have real weight. They might be just made out of words and paper, but their effect in the world can be massive, if they've got the right kind of mass, the right kind of gravity and momentum.”
Alan Moore
“We have tried to provide a real image of ancient Persia. According to historical documents, Persians were pacifist and showed a great tolerance in their encounter with foreign beliefs and religions.”
John Curtis
“[The series on these networks also often focused on the adolescent years, historically a treacherous period for young actors. Speaking of] Lizzie McGuire, ... The revelatory episode for us was when Lizzie McGuire had to buy her first bra. I watched it and it sort of took my breath away. Because I knew, this is - hello! - every single girl in the world is going through this experience.”
Hilary Duff
