Les proverbes communs by Jean de La Véprie
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1409
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.)
Dorothy Martin
2 weeks agoAs an avid reader, the style is confident yet approachable. This turned out to be a great decision.
Kenneth Sanchez
4 months agoMake no mistake, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. An excellent read overall.
Emily Wright
1 month agoThis is one of those books where the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. This book will stay with me for a long time.
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Carol Garcia
5 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the structure allows easy navigation and quick referencing. A true masterpiece of its kind.