Publisher's Synopsis
English Proverbs and Proverbial Phrases Collected from the Most Authentic Sources: Alphabetically Arranged and Annotated is a book by W. Carew Hazlitt that compiles hundreds of English proverbs and proverbial phrases. The book is organized alphabetically, making it easy for readers to find specific proverbs or phrases. Each entry includes the proverb or phrase itself, its meaning, and its origin, along with any additional notes or explanations. Hazlitt's research draws on a wide range of sources, including literature, folklore, and everyday speech, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in English language and culture. The book is an excellent reference for writers, students, and anyone interested in the history and usage of English proverbs and phrases.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.
