The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Proverbs

Synopsis of The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Proverbs

«The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Proverbs» is the dictionary of English proverbs edited by J. A. Simpson, in paperback (272 pages, in English).

Presents over a thousand English proverbs arranged by headword, with a historical survey from their first documented appearance to the twentieth century. Includes usage examples, variants, and related forms in other languages, focusing on proverbs genuinely current in the modern English-speaking world.

It is an abridged version of The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Proverbs and belongs to the Oxford Paperback Reference series.

A reference work for students, teachers, and researchers, as well as for enthusiasts of proverbs and the history of words.