Interesting Stories to Learn Proverbs

About the Book Proverbs are short well-known sentences or phrases that tell a general truth about life or offer advice. In other words, they present the gist of a moral tale or a fable prevalent in a specific society. And because of their universal appeal, many of these proverbs have crossed their social barriers, and have become part of the human-consciousness in general.

In this book, many popular proverbs driving home some universal moral ideas have been compiled from different sources and cultural backgrounds. Besides many others, we have some of the most popular ones like: It is never too late to learn; Necessity is the mother of invention; Self-help is the best help etc.

Given their popularity and universal acceptance, the stories connected to them have an appeal for the children and adults alike. Also, this specific illustrative format serves to enhance the recall-value of the proverbs besides affording the pleasure of interesting reading.

Truly a treasure-trove you can delve into anytime to improve your knowledge and expand your horizon.

Preface Kempower you. To give you an example, we have recently published concise dictionaries on Idioms, Proverbs, Phrases besides Metaphors & Similes o enhance your knowledge.

We have also tried to keep the price well within the reach of the common man. We understand that books must be affordable, so that more and more people can benefit from them. Keeping the prices pegged down is not that easy a task. But we have resolved to tackle this task. We find this challenge worth taking.

This book is yet another effort, on our part, to increase your knowledge. The book, written by one of India's leading writers, explains, in very simple language, the meanings of proverbs. Alternatives in the English language are given. Further, the proverbs are brought out clearly through illustrative stories culled from a variety of sources.

This book, therefore, is a treasure trove. Delve into it to improve your knowledge and thus gain more confidence and success.

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