The Farmer's Friend; or, Wise Saws and Modern Instances
Being a Collection of Country Sayings

Originally published in 1947, this book presents a selection of British rural sayings together with commentary on their meanings.

W. S. Mansfield (Author)

9781107629479, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 6 March 2014

122 pages
17.8 x 12.7 x 0.7 cm, 0.12 kg

Originally published in 1947, this book presents a selection of British rural sayings together with commentary on their meanings. The selections were drawn from many sources, although the majority were derived directly from farmers. Illustrations are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in country sayings, linguistics and British history.

The farmer's friend or wise saws and modern instances: being a collection of country sayings.

Subject Areas: Language: history & general works [CBX]