Scottish Proverbs

Name: Scottish Proverbs
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781780277295
Price: 24.99 NZD
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By Colin S.K. Walker

Series: Traditional Scotland

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Scottish Proverbs by Colin S.K. Walker is a comprehensive collection of timeless sayings and phrases from Scotland's rich cultural heritage. It explores the wisdom passed down through generations, offering insight into Scottish history and values. This engaging compilation not only provides readers with the proverbs themselves but also delves into their origins and significance, showcasing the unique spirit of Scotland.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the wit and wisdom of Scottish culture, as it explores a rich collection of classic proverbs that have been passed down through generations. This engaging read offers insights into Scottish history with a linguistic flair, making it perfect for those interested in cultural heritage and historical sayings.

Scottish Proverbs

This book features an introduction which explores the role of proverbs in Scottish culture and over 1,000 proverbs arranged in easily accessible AZ format. The addition of a comprehensive glossary will help you fully appreciate these colourful and often humorous nuggets of wisdom and advice.

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Proverbs, once described as 'the wisdom of many and the wit of one', offer unique insights into the way of life and the social mores of past generations.

Scottish Proverbs features an introduction that explores the role of proverbs in Scottish culture and includes over 1,000 proverbs arranged in an 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