The Proverbs of Scotland by Alexander Hislop
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"The Proverbs of Scotland" by Alexander Hislop is a collection of traditional Scottish proverbs compiled in the late 19th century. This compilation not only features a wide range of proverbs but also provides explanatory notes and a glossary, aimed at preserving the cultural wisdom encapsulated within these sayings. The work highlights the linguistic heritage of Scotland and the insights these proverbs offer into daily life, social values, and moral lessons. At the
start of the collection, the author discusses the significance and history of Scottish proverbs, noting that various collectors have attempted to compile these wise sayings over the centuries. Hislop references earlier collections, explaining their contributions and shortcomings, before presenting his own extensive compilation which incorporates proverbs gathered from diverse sources, including literature and personal anecdotes. This introductory portion sets the stage for the proverbs to come, establishing the value of these expressions as reflective of Scottish culture and emphasizing their enduring relevance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hislop, Alexander, 1807-1865 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 13021628 |
| Title | The Proverbs of Scotland |
| Credits |
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| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 86.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Proverbs, Scottish |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 26150 |
| Release Date | Jul 29, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 9475 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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