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A Complete Collection of Scottish Proverbs: Explained and Made Intelligible to the English Reader (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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To that nation I owe my birth and education and to that manner of speaking I was used from my infancy, and that to such a degree, that I became, in some measure, remarkable for it.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 0259507504
- ISBN 13 9780259507505
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages280
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the rich tapestry of Scottish proverbs, offering a fascinating exploration of language, culture, and human nature. The author, a native Scotsman with a deep appreciation for his heritage, embarked on a personal journey to collect and understand these concise expressions of wisdom. This compilation, dating back to the early 1700s, goes beyond a mere listing of proverbs. The author meticulously examines the origins and meanings of each proverb, drawing parallels with sayings from other cultures, including English, French, Italian, Spanish, Latin, and Greek. This comparative approach reveals the universality of human experience and the shared truths that transcend geographical boundaries. The book's thematic depth extends beyond linguistic analysis, exploring the moral instruction, social commentary, and humor embedded within these proverbs. Readers will discover insights into Scottish society, values, and beliefs of the time, gaining a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural context in which these proverbs originated. Ultimately, this book celebrates the enduring power of proverbs as windows into the human condition, reminding us that the wisdom of the past continues to resonate in the present day. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259507505_0
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