Scottish Proverbs

(Paperback)

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Proverbs, once described as the wisdom of many and the wit of one, offer unique insights the way of life and the social mores of past generations.

This book features an introduction which explores the role of proverbs in Scottish culture and over 1,000 proverbs arranged in easily accessible AZ format. Many have been commonly used for hundreds of years, but modern sayings are also included. The addition of a comprehensive glossary will help you fully appreciate these colourful and often humorous nuggets of wisdom and advice.

Jocks a misleard imp, but yere a rum deil

Jock may be mischievous, but hes well behaved by your standards

The fish that sooms in a dub will aye taste o mud

You can never change your upbringing

When ye can suit yer shanks to my shoon, ye may speak

Dont speak about me until youve been in a similar situation yourself

Author Bio

Colin S.K. Walker worked as a bookseller in Aberdeen and has been collecting Scottish proverbs for many years.