Proverbs Nations Compared Explained by Kelly Walter (56 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Poor. 1st Edition. This is a nifty old book well worn all over the covers but intact and can read the gilt lettering. Inscription on the front end page reads, "Presented to Richard Downing on his 15th birthday August 20, 1913 By his grandfather John E. Leet, who received it as a present from his mother 44 years ago when a student at Kentucky University. Keep it-Use it." Inside hinges are split but holding, all pages have old damp stains top bottom or both but no smell or sign of mold the stains look very old. All text perfectly readable and clear.…

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Condition: New.

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

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

Condition: New.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Condition: New. In English.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. In English.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Small 8vo, cloth. viii+238 pp. + 32 page catalogue of the publisher's books. Covers somewhat worn and spine sunned, though its gilt lettering is still legible and bright. Old ink signature at top of half-title page. The contents are else clean and unmarked (and unfoxed), and the binding is tight. Overall a good plus copy. First edition. Bonser 97. No jacket.…

Original Cloth. Condition: Good Plus. First Edition. Cloth at very top of spine worn and ruffled.

Hardcover. Condition: Good Condition. No Dust Jacket. Original brown cloth binding with beveled edges. Gilt title on front cover. Gilt title, author and publisher on spine. Top and bottom of spine rubbed and frayed. Corners of binding slightly rubbed. Book plate on inside front cover. 233pp Indexed. Content clean and sound with paper slightly tanned. Illustrated By Walter K. Kelly (illustrator). …

Hardcover. Condition: VG for age. 2nd Ed. viii+238+(2, pub.list); no obvious internal flaws at all - no browning, good end gutters, unmarked & tight. Bind-stamped mauve cloth covers clean and minimally worn but spine region and edges faded to light brown (the mauve pigment used at this time is especially prone to sun-fading). Top edge of tex-tblock has some ingrained dustiness. Note: quoted shipping rates are calculated for 500-700 gram net weight, cost will be modified up or down as appropriate outside this range.…

Second edition. Small 8vo, viii, 238pp. Library binding of stout green cloth, gilt titling to spine. Ex-library with occasional stamps, but still a very good copy.

Condition: New. In English.

2nd. Edn. Medium 8vo. (18cm. tall x 11cm.). pp. viii, 238. plus 1 publisher's advert leaf. In the original brown cloth. Gilt lettered spine and blind stamped boards. Spine scuffed and with wear at head and tail. Stitching of signature "I" loose. A good plus copy free from annotations.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the world of proverbs, exploring their rich tapestry of meaning and their power to reflect the beliefs, attitudes, and cultural nuances of different societies. The author, recognizing the lack of a comprehensive collection of proverbs adapted for general use, embarks on a journey through a vast array of sayings, focusing primarily on those of British origin. He illuminates the fascinating connections between proverbs and literature, exploring how sayings are both shaped by and woven into the fabric of written works. The book explores how proverbs often encapsulate wisdom accumulated over generations, serving as a repository of traditional knowledge and shared cultural understanding. Through its examination of the varied expressions of a single thought across different languages, the book reveals the profound commonalities that bind humanity, showcasing the enduring power of proverbs to reflect the timeless aspects of human experience. 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.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Explore the wisdom of ages with Walter Keating Kelly's 'Proverbs of All Nations: Compared, Explained, and Illustrated.' This comprehensive collection delves into the rich tapestry of proverbs, sayings, and idioms from around the globe. A fascinating resource for anyone interested in language, folklore, and comparative literature, this book offers a unique glimpse into the shared human experience through concise and insightful expressions. Kelly meticulously compares and explains the nuances of proverbs from diverse cultures, illuminating their underlying meanings and historical context. Discover the enduring relevance of these time-tested truths, and gain a deeper understanding of the human condition as reflected in the folklore and linguistic traditions of nations worldwide. A valuable addition to any reference library and an engaging read for those captivated by the power of language, 'Proverbs of All Nations' is a testament to the universality of wisdom.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Hardcover, 12mo, in brown cloth with gilt titles, 232 pp., plus seven pages advertisements. Arranged by subject, the book has numerous proverbs from England, Scotland, Wales as well as the Continent, with notes translated from the original Latin, Italian, French and German. An example of the type: " A house wi' a reek and a wife wi' a reerd [scolding noise] will sune mak a man run to the door.--Scotch." Words to live by indeed. The author, Walter Keating Kelly, (died London 1867) wrote books on other topics; Indo-European folklore, a history of Russia, a translation of Cervantes, as well as the erotic poetry of Catullus and Tibullus and the Virgil of Venus. Condition: Good: Hinges starting. Rubbing to edges of boards, top edge of text block dusty. Mild foxing to end papers only. Rare edition. Book.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware.

Paperback. Condition: New.