Star Trek: The Wisdom of Picard

The wisdom of Picard shared through quotes. I love those book that are half philosophical and half geek pop culture. If you love Star Trek this is a must have in my opinion!

The Wisdom of Picard is a collection of quotes and philosophy from Picard, curated and presented by Chip Carter. Due out 2nd Dec 2020 from Simon & Schuster on their Adams Media imprint, it's 208 pages and will be available in hardcover and ebook formats. It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links. I've really become enamored of ebooks with interactive formats lately.

This is an officially licensed book, which is cool, and it's also full of photos and chapter intros by the author who is a self-confessed Star Trek obsessed fan and a former staff member at Paramount. Besides those features, it's pure Picard. The philosophy and quotes are grouped roughly thematically: philosophy & humanity, history & science, literature & the arts, exploration & adventure, politics leadership & diplomacy.

This will be a huge hit with Star Trek fans (of all stripes, even the ones who profess to prefer the original series). It would make a superlative gift for fans of Star Trek or of Sir Patrick Stewart.

Five stars. Definitely worth a look for the photography, liner notes, or for the remarkable relevance of Picard's observations to our current world situation. I had a thoughtful time reading this one.

Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.

A small quote book with more than 200 phrases from one of the best captains in the Star Trek universe. Introduced in The Next Generations, he would also appear in feature films and brought back for a new series. This book includes quotes from all these instances.

Captain, soldier, friend, scholar, Picard is many things and the different chapters are broken down by category, interlaced with selected images from the television series or the movies, they show the deep thoughts of the character.

Although small in size, this book will be a great addition to one's collection.

This is a short book for fans of Star Trek: The Next Generation; specifically the character of Captain Picard.

Inside you will find photos from the many episodes and films from The Next Generation as well as the new Picard show.

Along with the photos are numerous quotes from the character about a number of different issues that came out in those episodes and films.

That's really all this is, a quote book from the character of Captain Picard.

So really, it's a testament to the writers of the character and then you can add to it your remembrance of actor Patrick Stewart delivering the lines.

This book was provided for review, at no cost, by Adams Media

A great piece of nostalgia and a reminder that sometimes wisdom can lie in the heart of pop culture. Fans will see a lot of familiar stuff here but it is a fantastic collection and includes some genuinely inspirational material.

A collection of quotes and philosophy from one of Star Trek's favorite captains. This book will be a favorite for any fan of the series.

This was a fun read for any Star trek fan.This book is a compilation of several Picard quotes. The various Picard quotes were enjoyable and nostalgic, making me want to rewatch several episodes. It would function best as a coffee table book and I plan on buying a hardcover copy once its released. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

Star Trek: The Wisdom of Picard by Chip Carter
Publisher: Adams Media
Genre: Nonfiction (Adult)
Release Date: November 10, 2020

Star Trek: The Wisdom of Picard by Chip Carter is a book sharing the words & philosophy of Captain Jean-Luc Picard.

The book is divided into five chapters, grouping the quotes into the five different themes. I love the way this books is laid out. The quotes come from the Next Generation, Picard, as well as some of the movies.

The photos included are beautiful and enhance the quality of the book.

My husband is a huge Star Trek fan and can quote entire episodes of the Next Generation. Together, we have been watching Discovery and Picard and I have been enjoying the shows (he is more of a purist but appreciates the new shows). All that too say, he will be getting this book for Christmas and I know he will love it!

I'm so grateful to Chip Carter, Adams Media, and NetGalley for providing me with a free copy of this ARC ebook in exchange for my honest review.

Ahh, captain Picard. I’m a huge Trekkie and was super excited about the release of this. Watching the next generation from the beginning is a bit tough, but if you plug through it, you will see how amazing of a character Picard is and it shines through this book. I recommend this for all Star Trek fans, and fans of the actor as well!

If you are a Star Trek Next Generation fan and adore Captain Picard, this title would make a great addition.

Each section has a little write up before going into pages upon pages of images and quotes. Each quote labeled with the show and episode it comes from.

Definitely a quick read that could be more reference when you want a bit of Picard wisdom. Now I'm ready to rewatch the series.

Star Trek: Wisdom of Picard is a compilation of quotes spoken by Picard and his surrounding characters. It features quotes and stills of Lwaxana Troi, Worf, Seven of Nine and more! It also includes still shots of both TNG and Star Trek: Picard, through its multiple episodes.

I like how each part of the book gave a little bit of backstory on Picard's character as revealed in the TV series, Star Trek: Picard. This little compilation is perfect for those looking for a small intro to this groundbreaking Star Trek character and his wisdom.

The shorter quotes in this compilation were my favourite, as they said more about his thought process and the show in general, than the longer excerpts and dialogue. I did notice that there were some quotes placed in the book simply for the sake of "fluffing it up," but overall, this small book is amazing as an intro to both Star Trek: The Next Generation and Star Trek: PIcard.

Overall:
Three-star compilation, five-star quotes!

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I am a long time Star Trek Next Generation fan and when I found out there was a book just focusing on Jean Luc Picard, I had to request it! Every Trekkie should read this!! I l really enjoyed this.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

Thanks to Netgalley, Chip Carter and Adams Media for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Available: 12/2/20

No one tells a great story like Jean Luc Picard with his butter-melting voice and his perfect inflection.

Reading his words of wisdom was like having him talk directly to me like I was the only person in the room.

Great fun and a fabulous trip down memory lane.

I also featured it on my TV segment (link included below).

I received an ARC for an honest review.

It contains the wisdom of Picard from Star Terk. It is a must read for those who wants to read something new and interesting. I have enjiyed a lot going through this work. Overall, it was a great reading experience. I give it 4 stars and recommend it to all.