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Proverb lore - Gyan Books
About The Book: F. Edward Hulme’s *Proverb Lore* (1902) explores the study and enduring power of proverbs across cultures and ages. He begins by examining the elusive nature of proverbs—their brevity, figurativeness, and rhetorical force—and notes that their value lies in universal truths rather than novelty. Drawing from diverse sources, Hulme illustrates how similar ideas recur worldwide despite linguistic differences, showing that proverbs encapsulate shared human wisdom. He discusses their historical persistence, classificatory challenges, and stylistic traits like rhyme, alliteration, and metaphor.
Author: F. Edward Hulme
Pages: 300
Edition: 1902
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