The Little Giant(r) Encyclopedia of Proverbs

(Part of the Little Giant Books Series)

by David MacFarlane

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For your amusement, for your edification and inspiration, for livening up that speech you have to give: proverbs have an irresistible power. These little pockets of wisdom say volumes about a culture--so take a tour around the world in words. You'll encounter the lively and colorful sayings from all around the world: Africa and its diaspora (Haiti, Jamaica, and African-American); Central and South America; Mexico; Native American; China, Japan; Italy; Ireland; Scotland; Israel; and the Arab nations.

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0806974893

ISBN13:9780806974897

Release Date:June 2001

Publisher:Chapelle

Length:511 Pages

Weight:0.64 lbs.

Dimensions:1.3" x 4.2" x 5.2"

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