The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Proverbs

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The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Proverbs
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Book Synopsis The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Proverbs by : J. A. Simpson

Book excerpt: The dictionary gives explanations of the meanings and use of proverbs whenever these are obscure. By means of numerous illustrative quotations it also provides a documentary history of each proverb from its first recorded use in written English, and supplies details of earlier related forms in other languages.


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