Introduction to Paremiology: A Comprehensive Guide to Proverb Studies

by Hrisztalina Hrisztova-Gotthardt (Editor), Melita Aleksa Varga (Editor)

Overview

This handbook introduces key elements of the philological research area called paremiology (the study of proverbs). It presents the main subject area as well as the current status of paremiological research. The basic notions, among others, include defining proverbs, main proverb features, origin, collecting and categorization of proverbs. Each chapter is written by a leading scholar-specialist in their area of proverbial research. Since the book represents a measured balance between the popular and scientific approach, it is recommended to a wide readership including experienced and budding scholars, students of linguistics, as well as other professionals interested in the study of proverbs.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783110456127
Publisher:	De Gruyter Poland
Publication date:	12/14/2015
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	382
File size:	7 MB
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Hrisztalina Hrisztova-Gotthardt, University of Pécs, Pécs, HungaryMelita Aleksa Varga, University of Osijek, Osijek, Croatia