Dictionary of Proverbs and Their Origins

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Author	: Linda Flavell
Publisher	: Kyle Cathie Limited
Total Pages	: 0
Release	: 2005
ISBN-10	: 1856265633
ISBN-13	: 9781856265638
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Book Synopsis Dictionary of Proverbs and Their Origins by : Linda Flavell

Book excerpt: This dictionary traces the origins and histories of over 400 proverbs, detailing the changes of meaning and usage that have occurred throughout each proverb's life and offering literary examples dating back over 2000 years.

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