9780259554998 - Aphorisms of Wisdom, or a Complete Collection of the Most Celebrated Proverbs, in the English, Scotch, French, Spanish, Italian and Other Languages: ... Ramsay's Co... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a vast and alphabetically-ordered assemblage of nearly 11,000 English proverbs, adages, and wise sayings collected by the author. The author was an 18th-century English divine, antiquarian, and author who dedicated years to compiling this dictionary from advice and maxims in literature, sermons, and folklore. From "Abbot of Ambresbury" to "Your goose is cooked," this book offers insights into the cultural values, practical advice, and historical perspectives from centuries of English life. It is a fascinating and thorough exploration of how proverbs shape the English language, literature, and way of life. The collection not only provides a trove of traditional wisdom but also offers a window into the social history and values of past generations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.