Proverb Lore by F. Edward Hulme
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"Proverb Lore" by F. Edward Hulme is a scholarly collection focused on the study of proverbs, written in the early 20th century. The text delves into the nature, significance, and history of proverbs from various cultures, exploring their roles in communication, cultural heritage, and wisdom. The work serves to illuminate the timeless relevance of proverbs and how they encapsulate shared human experiences and insights. The opening of "Proverb Lore" discusses the value
of studying proverbs as vehicles of wisdom that bridge generational and cultural gaps. It emphasizes the difficulty in defining proverbs due to their condensed nature and multifaceted meanings. Hulme presents proverbs as expressions of common truths and experiences across different societies, indicating that while the phrases may differ, the underlying ideas are often universal. He introduces examples illustrating the evolution and enduring nature of proverbs, alluding to the complexities of their classification and the rich tapestry of human thought they represent. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hulme, F. Edward (Frederick Edward), 1841-1909 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 03002185 |
| Title |
Proverb Lore Many sayings, wise or otherwise, on many subjects, gleaned from many sources |
| Credits |
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Lisa Reigel, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Proverbs -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34176 |
| Release Date | Oct 31, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1000 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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