Diamonds, Pearls & Stones: Jewels of Wisdom for Young Women from Extraordinary Women of the World

by Jennifer Read Hawthorne and Barbara Warren Holden

Jennifer Read Hawthorne, beloved coauthor of the #1 New York Times best seller Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul, and Barbara Warren Holden, interviewed young women on their biggest life challenges. They then sought the wisdom of experienced women to address these "new century" problems. The result is this exquisite book, offering eclectic wisdom from older women to their younger counterparts on a variety of life issues.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 075730155X
• ISBN13: 9780757301551
• Release Date: April 2004
• Publisher: Health Communications
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.4" x 6.2"

Customer Reviews

"Don't compromise yourself. You are all you've got."

Diamonds, Pearls & Stones: Jewels Of Wisdom For Young Women From Extraordinary Women Of The World a collection of inspirational viginettes, comforting thoughts, and practical advice from a wide variety of famous, learned, and respected individuals for women in today's increasingly complex and moble society. Sage wisdom concerning everything from finding a career to getting married, having children, ending a relationship, dealing with sexual issues or overpowering emotions, and much more fills this compact, delightful, ideal gift. "Don't compromise yourself. You are all you've got." -Janis Joplin, singer

Don't pass this one up!

What a fantastic collection of wisdom! This book is a perfect opportunity to reflect on deep truths, simple pragmatic ideas, laugh-out-loud humor and just plain common sense that will lift your spirit in these muddled times. The essence of your heart and soul will most certainly harmonize with these finely tuned women. John W. Parker

Emotional Rescue Resource

Many times when stressed out I can get so emotional and lose perspective on what tools I can use to get through a tough time. This book offers many tools and perspectives. As my husband and I go through a difficult decision about jobs and moving to a new city I remembered the book, opened it to the section on "Making the Right Choices" and "Stepping Stones for Making Choices" and was reconnected to many of my own resources for moving forward with a decision. Thanks for bringing me home to myself.

Advice Daughters Can Hear

My nineteen year old daughter often dismisses advice from me about work and men and life and growing up...actually almost everything! Diamonds, Pearls and Stones offers wonderful wisdom in ways she can hear. Hawthorne and Holden seemed to have gathered these gems for her.

Diamonds, Pearls & Stones

Diamonds, Pearls & Stones is a wonderful compendium of elder women's wisdom. The quotes on a variety of topics of special interest for younger women are short, sweet, pithy, insightful as well as delightful! The intention of this book is to stimulate reflection within the heart of the younger woman about herself. Its design affords both solitary and group contemplation. It's a great vehicle to promote a healthy sense of well-being in the young women who take the time to drink in the wisdom that comes from years of experience of the elder women. In our fractured society, with its emphasis on outward appearances, Diamonds, Pearls & Stones is a refreshing contribution.