By turns witty, teasing and provoking, this collection of proverbs ranges from the classical wisdom of "familiarity breeds contempt" to the 20th-century cycnicism of "those who can do, do;those who can't, teach".
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
By turns witty, teasing and provoking, this collection of proverbs ranges from the classical wisdom of "familiarity breeds contempt" to the 20th-century cycnicism of "those who can do, do;those who can't, teach".
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 45778253-6
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 39259153-6
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Seller Inventory # V15A-06449
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: As New. No Jacket. Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0140511180I2N00
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0140511180I5N00
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 39259153-6
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Hamelyn, Madrid, M, Spain
Condition: Very Good. : El Diccionario de Proverbios de Penguin es una referencia exhaustiva que recopila aproximadamente 6,000 proverbios diferentes, organizados temáticamente bajo encabezados como belleza, amor o clima. Esta edición de Penguin Reference, publicada el 29 de septiembre de 1983, ofrece una visión profunda de la sabiduría popular y las observaciones culturales a través del tiempo. Ideal para estudiantes de idiomas, escritores y cualquier persona interesada en la riqueza del lenguaje y las expresiones idiomáticas. EAN: 9780140511185 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Diccionarios Título: Dictionary of Proverbs Autor: Rosalind Fergusson Editorial: Penguin Idioma: en Páginas: 352 Formato: tapa blanda. Seller Inventory # Happ-2025-03-25-28acfc2b
Seller: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. Seller Inventory # 2263871
Quantity: 6 available
Seller: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. Seller Inventory # 1129174
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: MW Books Ltd., Galway, Ireland
Reprint. Near fine paperback copy; wrapper edges very slightly dulled. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description; xi, 331 pages ; 20 cm. Subjects; Proverbs; history. Proverbs Dictionaries English. English literature; 20th century. English literature. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 353653