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Dichos: Proverbs and Sayings from the Spanish Including Rhymes, Riddles, Beliefs and a Bibliography Revised Edition
Contributor(s): Aranda, Charles (Author)
ISBN: 0913270474     ISBN-13: 9780913270479
Publisher: Sunstone Press
OUR PRICE:   $8.50  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: February 2015
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Annotation: Sayings and proverbs are priceless verbal traditions for all to share. And everyone has a favorite. They are unique because in a few words, a deeply serious message can be woven. It is impossible to read proverbs and sayings without learning something important, and perhaps feeling that each one was written especially for you. The proverbs and sayings in this book cause a glow that makes you want to return to them again and again. The first printing of this amusing and thought provoking collection of Spanish sayings sold out in four short months! Spanish/English text set in dictionary format is easy reading. A must for those interested in Spanish culture.
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Reference | Quotations
- Education | Bilingual Education
Dewey: 398.961
LCCN: 77078611
Physical Information: 0.1" H x 5.53" W x 8.45" (0.12 lbs) 34 pages
Themes:
- Cultural Region - Southwest U.S.
- Ethnic Orientation - Hispanic
 
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Publisher Description:
Sayings and proverbs are priceless verbal traditions for all to share. And everyone has a favorite. They are unique because in a few words, a deeply serious message can be woven. It is impossible to read proverbs and sayings without learning something important, and perhaps feeling that each one was written especially for you. The proverbs and sayings in this book cause a glow that makes you want to return to them again and again. Also included are rhymes (chiquillados), riddles (adivinanzas), beliefs (creencias) and a bibliography. The Spanish/English text is set in dictionary format for easy reading. A must for those interested in Spanish culture. CHARLES ARANDA was born in Las Vegas, New Mexico and, after serving as a Captain in the Korean War, attended Highlands University where he earned a Master's Degree and was, for many years, an educator in New Mexico schools.