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Concise Dictionary of European Proverbs - Softcover

Strauss, Emanuel

 
9781138971462: Concise Dictionary of European Proverbs
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1138971464 ISBN 13: 9781138971462
Publisher: Routledge, 2016

Synopsis

This 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.
* All proverbs listed in original language
* 29 European languages featured
* Includes all proverbs in current use
* Thoroughly checked by language specialists to ensure accuracy.
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 current usage of the proverb.
Emanuel Straussis a world-renowned expert on proverbs.

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About the Author

Emanuel Strauss is a renowned expert on proverbs.

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Publisher
Routledge
Publication date
2016
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1138971464
ISBN 13 
9781138971462
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
504