Concise Dictionary of European Proverbs (Hardcover, Abridged Ed)

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.

eBook available with sample pages: 0203009053

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	October 1998
First published:	1999
Authors:	Emanuel Strauss
Dimensions:	246 x 174 x 35mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	502
Edition:	Abridged Ed
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-16050-6
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Literary & linguistic reference works > General Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Myths & mythology Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Encyclopaedias & reference works > Reference works > General Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Interdisciplinary studies > Cultural studies > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social institutions > Customs & folklore > Folklore Books > Religion & Spirituality > Myths & mythology
LSN:	0-415-16050-2
Barcode:	9780415160506

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