"What is real and what is noble, as well as what is deranged and wrong, can often be stated briefly. Nietzsche was famous for his succinct aphorisms and epigrams. Aquinas in one of his responses could manage to state clearly what he held to be true. Ultimately, all of our thought needs to be so refined and concentrated that we can see the point. So these are "brief" essays and they are largely of a philosophical "hue." They touch on things worth thinking...

Timeless wisdom drawn from 3,000 years of human experience offers insight, inspiration, and hope to listeners of all ages. These true stories from around the world include Michelangelo, Diogenes, King Solomon, Beatrix Potter, Jesus' Good Samaritan, Satchel Paige, and more.