Marathi Proverbs: Collected And Translated (1899)

By Alfred Manwaring

Book Overview

Marathi Proverbs: Collected and Translated is a book written by Alfred Manwaring and published in 1899. The book is a collection of proverbs from the Marathi language, which is spoken in the Indian state of Maharashtra. Manwaring, who was an Englishman, spent a considerable amount of time in India and developed a keen interest in the Marathi language and culture. He collected hundreds of proverbs from various sources and translated them into English for the benefit of Western readers. The proverbs cover a wide range of topics, including love, family, friendship, wisdom, and morality. They offer insights into the values and beliefs of the Marathi people and provide a glimpse into their way of life. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Indian culture and language, as well as for those who enjoy exploring the wisdom of proverbs from different parts of the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166603806
• ISBN13: 9781166603809
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"