Synopsis Culture is to know the best that has been said and thought in the world, observed Mathew Arnold. This compilation seeks to include gems of wisdom from as many different sources as possible, selected for their inspirational value, particularly for the young. There is in existence a vast ocean of thoughts of great minds and it is indeed difficult to pick the pearls from its depths. However, a sincere attempt has been made in this book to include gems of wisdom from as many different sources as possible, selected for their inspirational value, particularly for the young souls.