The Antiquity of Proverbs: Fifty Familiar Proverbs and Folk Sayings with Annotations and Lists of Connected Forms, Found in All Parts of the World (1922)

The Antiquity of Proverbs is a book that explores fifty well-known proverbs and folk sayings from all over the world. Written by Dwight Edwards Marvin and published in 1922, the book provides detailed annotations and lists of connected forms for each proverb. The author delves into the origins and meanings of these sayings, tracing their roots back to ancient civilizations and cultures. The book is a fascinating study of the history and evolution of common wisdom, and provides readers with a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of these timeless phrases. Whether you are a student of language and literature or simply interested in the origins of popular sayings, The Antiquity of Proverbs is a must-read.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.