Consolidated Wisdom

Consolidated Wisdom is Comfort Food for the Mind, Body and Soul
Much more than just a quote book, Consolidated Wisdom is a superb resource for speeches, business presentations, term papers, trivia contests, and life in general, featuring life-enhancing insights from timeless wisdom. The pages of Consolidated Wisdom form a fascinating museum of ideas that create a panoramic view of the evolution of human thought throughout the global rise of civilization. While providing insights and practical advice from antiquity to modern times, this book's treasure trove of brilliant quotations deciphers the full spectrum of life's struggles to help master personal, business and societal challenges. The author's all-encompassing approach and rich commentaries demonstrate the interconnection of all aspects of life, filling Consolidated Wisdom with diverse ideas on an extraordinary array of subjects. As it highlights many of the greatest minds in history, Consolidated Wisdom provokes productive thinking, arouses curiosity, promotes cultural expansion and deepens human understanding. Its profound phrases serve as inspiring nuggets of wisdom to guide our daily lives, illuminating a path for humanity to harness the power of wisdom and create a better future for us all. 

In Consolidated Wisdom, Gene S. Jones considers the evolution of thought and wisdom across the ages of human civilization from biblical times to current day. With an eclectic mix of selections, from sources ranging from King Solomon to Bruce Lee, Jones has gathered often surprising musings offering "diverse blueprints for people of all ages, ethnicities and nationalities to pursue maximum success and happiness"…an inspiring exploration of wisdom through quotations and meditative practices.

—Publishers Weekly

What sets this book apart from others is the author's clear goal for readers to make complex connections and learn something from it all. Each chapter offers a novel way of thinking deeply on various questions. The emphasis is not on simply reading the quotes for fun, but on using them in practical ways. As the author concludes, "wisdom's true value becomes realized when we put it into action." Overall, this is certainly not just a random assortment of quotes, since it allows for contemplation in a carefully curated way…a well-thought-out compilation that offers many intriguing insights.

—Kirkus Reviews

Consolidated Wisdom gathers insights and advice from ancient to modern times, serving as a source of inspiration for those who struggle with modern challenges. The delight of this presentation lies both in the diversity of quotes that Gene S. Jones cultivates and the book's arrangement, which injects these quotes into chapters with diversely appealing subjects…highly recommended for historical, inspirational, and psychological values and enlightenment.

—Diane Donovan, Senior Editor Midwest Book Review