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Highlights
- If you've ever wondered whether carrots improve your vision (they do) and why elephants have great memories, consult A Word to the Wise.
- About the Author: Ruth Binney has been studying nature for more than 50 years.
- 224 Pages
- Family + Relationships, Reference
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About the Book
A fascinating compilation of accumulated wisdom, from health tips and kitchen tricks to gardening know-how, this splendid hardcover volume examines the truth behind many proverbs and old wives' tales.Book Synopsis
If you've ever wondered whether carrots improve your vision (they do) and why elephants have great memories, consult A Word to the Wise. You'll discover that it's never too late to learn from a proverb or an old wives' tale. This captivating book is a fascinating compilation of age-old expressions and customs, and its insights cover everything from health tips and kitchen tricks to gardening know-how and hints for predicting the weather.Folklorist Ruth Binney explains the truth behind such traditions as polishing windows with newspaper and blowing out birthday candles in a single breath. She also discusses whether classic adages are still relevant or, like eating oysters only in "R" months, their truths have faded with the passage of time. This charmingly illustrated volume of enduring wisdom makes a splendid keepsake as well as a fine gift.
About the Author
Ruth Binney has been studying nature for more than 50 years. She holds a degree in Natural Sciences from Cambridge University and is a bestselling author, having published numerous books on gardening, the countryside, and country sayings and customs. Her Dover titles include Animal Lore and Legend and Plant Lore and Legend.Dimensions (Overall): 7.0 Inches (H) x 5.6 Inches (W) x .6 Inches (D)
Weight: .8 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 224
Genre: Family + Relationships
Sub-Genre: Reference
Publisher: Dover Publications
Format: Hardcover
Author: Ruth Binney
Language: English
Street Date: April 17, 2019
TCIN: 1003616566
UPC: 9780486828732
Item Number (DPCI): 247-21-4019
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 0.8 pounds
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