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Ramsay, Allan
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Ramsey, Allen
Ramsey, Allan
Scots proverbs, ancient and modern, selected from Allan Ramsay and others
Mairi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (National Library of Scotland)
"Scots proverbs, ancient and modern, selected from Allan Ramsay and others by Ramsay" is a compilation of traditional Scottish proverbs that highlights the wisdom and humor of Scottish culture through concise and clever sayings. Published in the early 19th century, this collection serves not only as a reflection of societal norms and attitudes of the time but also presents a linguistic glimpse into the Scots language, rich with idiomatic expressions. The likely topic of the book revolves around life lessons, moral guidance, and practical truths conveyed through folk wisdom. The content of the book is a diverse collection of proverbs, each packed with meaning and insight into human behavior and social interactions. They cover various aspects of life, from advice on friendship and love to warnings about greed and foolishness. For instance, sayings like "A fool and his money are soon parted" illustrate the pitfalls of impulsive behavior, while "A friend in need's a friend indeed" emphasizes the value of loyalty and support. Many of these proverbs capture universal themes, making them relevant across time and culture, while also shedding light on the particularities of Scottish life and humor. Overall, the book serves as both a language artifact and a source of practical wisdom, enticing readers interested in culture, advice, or simply the charm of Scottish folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://digital.nls.uk/chapbooks-printed-in-scotland/archive/104184198
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Reading ease score: 97.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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