Description: This book, a comprehensive dictionary of French proverbs, is a valuable resource for understanding the cultural heritage and linguistic nuances of the French language. Proverbs, often rooted in ancient wisdom and shared experiences, offer concise and insightful commentary on human behavior, societal norms, and life's complexities. The author meticulously compiles a vast collection of proverbs, capturing their historical evolution and diverse origins from ancient fables, religious texts, and popular culture. Each proverb is presented with its literal translation and an exploration of its figurative meaning, providing a deeper understanding of the cultural context that shaped it. Beyond their linguistic significance, these proverbs serve as a window into the French psyche, reflecting their values, beliefs, and collective experiences. Exploring themes of love, friendship, family, justice, and the human condition, they offer timeless insights into the universal human experience. This comprehensive collection not only preserves the richness of French language and culture but also provides a fascinating journey into the collective wisdom and enduring legacy of the French people. It is a valuable addition to the libraries of linguists, cultural enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the French language and its cultural heritage. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: French
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Number of Pages: 764
Type: textbook
Book Title: Dictionnaire Des Proverbes Francais (Classic Reprint)
Language: French
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: Folklore & Mythology
Publication Year: 2017
Item Height: 1.5 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Social Science
Item Weight: 35.6 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Pierre De La Mesangere
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
