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Author Quitard, P.-M. (Pierre-Marie), 1792-1882
LoC No. 13033666
Title Dictionnaire étymologique, historique et anecdotique des proverbes et des locutions proverbiales de la Langue Française en rapport avec de proverbes et des locutions proverbiales des autres langues
Note Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Dictionnaire étymologique, historique et anecdotique des proverbes" by P. M. Quitard is a comprehensive reference work written in the early 19th century. This publication delves into the origins, meanings, and historical anecdotes surrounding French proverbs, often comparing them with expressions from other languages. The intent is to illuminate the wisdom encapsulated in these sayings through etymological exploration and cultural commentary. The opening of the book sets the stage for a detailed exploration of proverbs, tracing their roots back to the earliest societies and emphasizing their role as reflections of human experience. Quitard discusses the significance of proverbs in the context of language evolution and cultural identity, asserting that they encapsulate universal truths and social mores. He suggests that analyzing these expressions offers insight into the historical changes in societal attitudes and highlights their enduring relevance, even in a more modern, analytical world. Overall, the beginning of this work establishes a scholarly foundation for understanding the complex web of meanings associated with proverbs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Proverbs
Subject Proverbs, French
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EBook-No. 51631
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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