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Eyes That See Do Not Grow Old: The Proverbs of Mexico, Central and South America
Reflections on life, sage advice, and eye-opening observations expressed in common Latino sayings and proverbs from the individual cultures of Mexico, Central America, and South America.
128 pages, Paperback
First published April 5, 1996
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March 8, 2020
This nugget is filled thought provoking proverbs. I'll keep it on display for easy rereading.
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March 23, 2021This collection of proverbs is filled with so many gems that it's nigh a genuine treasure chest.
The diversity of countries represented here is quite enjoyable, and the tones of the different cultures (as well as general tones) shine brilliantly, though not all so well -- the "masculine culture" i.e., sexist culture does put forth a few demeaning/limiting ideas of women, but these are thankfully very few.
A handful of favorites among many, many more.
Every time one laughs a nail is removed from one's coffin. (Honduras)
He who does not venture has no luck. (Mexico)
If fate throws a knife at you, there are two ways of catching it: by the blade or by the handle. (Dominican Republic)
No one has done good who has not suffered disillusionment. (Chile)
You may light another's candle with your own without loss. (Puerto Rico)
A resolute heart will not be advised. (Cuba)
The diversity of countries represented here is quite enjoyable, and the tones of the different cultures (as well as general tones) shine brilliantly, though not all so well -- the "masculine culture" i.e., sexist culture does put forth a few demeaning/limiting ideas of women, but these are thankfully very few.
A handful of favorites among many, many more.
Every time one laughs a nail is removed from one's coffin. (Honduras)
He who does not venture has no luck. (Mexico)
If fate throws a knife at you, there are two ways of catching it: by the blade or by the handle. (Dominican Republic)
No one has done good who has not suffered disillusionment. (Chile)
You may light another's candle with your own without loss. (Puerto Rico)
A resolute heart will not be advised. (Cuba)
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