Concise Dictionary of European Proverbs - 9780415160506

Taylor & Francis

A fascinating collection of proverbs in twenty-nine languages, this is a key reference source for linguists, ethnologists and folklorists, and is of interest to anyone wanting to know about the origins, development and current usage of the proverb. > \nThis concise edition of the definitive 3-volume Dictionary of European Proverbs constitutes a fascinating collection of proverbs in 29 languages. The entries are arranged alphabetically according to the English equivalent, allowing the reader to identify common trends easily and quickly.\n * All proverbs listed in original language\n * 29 European languages featured\n * Includes all proverbs in current use\n * Thoroughly checked by language specialists to ensure accuracy.\n The Concise Dictionary of European Proverbs is based on over 40 years in-depth research by the compiler. It is an essential reference source for linguists, ethnologists and folklorists, and of interest to anyone wanting to know about the origins, development and .