{"product_id":"proverb-lore-gyan-books","title":"Proverb lore","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProverb lore\u003c\/em\u003e by F. Edward Hulme is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 300 pages, so it's a comfortable read, and a good pick whether you're buying for yourself or as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's about\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eF. Edward Hulme’s *Proverb Lore* (1902) explores the study and enduring power of proverbs across cultures and ages. He begins by examining the elusive nature of proverbs—their brevity, figurativeness, and rhetorical force—and notes that their value lies in universal truths rather than novelty. Drawing from diverse sources, Hulme illustrates how similar ideas recur worldwide despite linguistic differences, showing that proverbs encapsulate shared human wisdom. He discusses their historical persistence, classificatory challenges, and stylistic traits like rhyme, alliteration, and metaphor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBook details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e F. Edward Hulme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback \u0026amp; Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyan Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1902\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Proverb lore available in paperback or hardcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – \u003cem\u003eProverb lore\u003c\/em\u003e is available here in Paperback and Hardcover; pick the one you want from the options above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat language is this edition in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition is in English.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho wrote Proverb lore?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProverb lore is written by F. Edward Hulme.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does Bookston ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping is free on every order, with no minimum. We ship within the United States only; orders leave our Denver, Colorado warehouse in 1–2 business days and usually arrive within 5–7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat if the book arrives damaged or isn't what I expected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou have 30 days from delivery to return it in new condition for a full refund. If it arrived damaged, defective or wrong, we cover the return shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bookston","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":67964828418159,"sku":"9789373167237","price":18.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":67964828450927,"sku":"9789373168715","price":33.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2004\/0303\/files\/9789373167237.jpg?v=1792640719","url":"https:\/\/bookston.com\/products\/proverb-lore-gyan-books","provider":"Bookston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}