Les proverbes communs by Jean de La Véprie
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La Véprie, Jean de, 1445?-1519?
French
"Les proverbes communs" by Jean de La Véprie is a collection of proverbs written during the late 15th century. This book serves as a rich repository of wisdom and cultural insights, reflecting the thoughts and values of its time through various sayings that encapsulate human experiences and social norms. The proverbs cover a range of topics, from p...
considerations of the era. The content of the book is organized alphabetically, with various proverbs presented in a concise manner, each conveying a piece of wisdom or advice. For example, sayings like "A bon demendeur saige escondisseur" (A good question deserves a wise answer) and "Il n'est pas maçon qui pierre refuse" (He is not a mason who refuses stone) illustrate the book's focus on practical knowledge and observations about human nature. Through these proverbs, readers can explore themes of folly, virtue, and the interplay between wisdom and experience, making the collection a timeless reflection on the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Kevin Baker
4 months agoI decided to give this a chance and the insights offered are both practical and thought-provoking. An unexpectedly enjoyable experience.
Barbara Wright
2 months agoI’ve been searching for content like this and the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. Time very well spent.
Liam Campbell
5 months agoBelieve the hype, the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. This turned out to be a great decision.
James Thomas
4 months agoAfter finishing this book, the explanations are structured in a clear and logical manner. Thanks for making this available.
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Paul Jackson
3 months agoAs someone who reads a lot, the progression of ideas feels natural and coherent. Thanks for making this available.