English proverbs explained
Ronald Ridout
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English proverbs explained
by Ronald Ridout, Clifford Witting
Published
1967
Publisher
Heinemann
Pages
206
Description
This is a fascinating collection of hundreds of English proverbial expressions. These include sayings which go back to the very roots of language, quotations from great writers which have become proverbial, and popular phrases which are widely used and known. The compilers not only pithily define and illustrate the proverbs but also trace them back to their origins wherever possible. There are copious cross-references which show how many expressions relate to a common core of folk wisdom. A very full and useful index is also included, and there is a section of biographical details of people mentioned in the book. English-speaking people throughout the world are familiar from infancy with such phrases as 'a stitch in time saves nine' and 'first come first served', but they will find new light shed on these and on less familiar proverbs by the compilers. Those to whom English is a second or foreign language will be greatly helped by the definitions, since proverbial expressions are notoriously bewildering.
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How many pages are in English proverbs explained?
This edition of English proverbs explained has approximately 206 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read English proverbs explained?
For most readers, English proverbs explained typically takes between 4h 18m and 2h 52m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 51,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 26m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 51,500 words
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What is the word count of English proverbs explained?
The estimated word count for English proverbs explained is approximately 51,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of English proverbs explained?
English proverbs explained was written by Ronald Ridout, Clifford Witting.
When was English proverbs explained published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1967. The original work may have been published on a different date.