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Scottish Proverbs (Paperback)
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Scottish Proverbs (Paperback)
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List price R215
Loot Price R194
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You Save R21 (10%)
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Proverbs, once described as 'the wisdom of many and the wit of
one', offer unique insights the way of life and the social mores of
past generations. This book features an introduction which explores
the role of proverbs in Scottish culture and over 1,000 proverbs
arranged in easily accessible A-Z format. Many have been commonly
used for hundreds of years, but modern sayings are also included.
The addition of a comprehensive glossary will help you fully
appreciate these colourful and often humorous nuggets of wisdom and
advice. Jock's a mislear'd imp, but ye're a rum deil Jock may be
mischievous, but he's well behaved by your standards The fish that
sooms in a dub will aye taste o' mud You can never change your
upbringing When ye can suit yer shanks to my shoon, ye may speak
Don't speak about me until you've been in a similar situation
yourself
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