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Scottish Proverbs

By (author) Colin S.K. Walker

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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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Normally shipped | Usually dispatched in 3 to 6 weeks as supplier is out of stock
Publisher | Birlinn General
Published date | 1 Apr 2021
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Format | Paperback / softback
Pages | 160
Dimensions | 180 x 115 x 12mm (L x W x H)
Weight | 122g
ISBN | 978-1-7802-7729-5
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BISAC | history / general


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