Gorau prinder, prinder geiriau. The best economy, economy of words.
4 stars
I am very fond of quotations when they encapsulate something true or inspiring.
'Proverbs crystallise the most common of human judgements and experiences. As a result, the same proverb can occur in many different languages, since the essentials of human needs remain the same across the globe. But each different society gives its proverbs a tincture of their own. This is very true of Celtic society, with its emphasis on honour, hospitality, courage, and its taste for the poetic.' ― Rose W. A., ‘Introduction’, Appletree Press , 1996, ISBN:978-0-86281-624-7, p.3
This little book contains proverbs in Welsh with English translation. It is also charmingly illustrated.
Some proverbs are understandable from their translation :
Deuparth gwaith ei ddechrau. A job started is two parts done. ― Rose W. A., A Little Book of Welsh Proverbs, Appletree Press , 1996, ISBN:978-0-86281-624-7, p.47
Others could possibly do with more explanation, e.g.
Godrir buwch …
I am very fond of quotations when they encapsulate something true or inspiring.
'Proverbs crystallise the most common of human judgements and experiences. As a result, the same proverb can occur in many different languages, since the essentials of human needs remain the same across the globe. But each different society gives its proverbs a tincture of their own. This is very true of Celtic society, with its emphasis on honour, hospitality, courage, and its taste for the poetic.' ― Rose W. A., ‘Introduction’, Appletree Press , 1996, ISBN:978-0-86281-624-7, p.3
This little book contains proverbs in Welsh with English translation. It is also charmingly illustrated.
Some proverbs are understandable from their translation :
Deuparth gwaith ei ddechrau. A job started is two parts done. ― Rose W. A., A Little Book of Welsh Proverbs, Appletree Press , 1996, ISBN:978-0-86281-624-7, p.47
Others could possibly do with more explanation, e.g.
Godrir buwch o'i phen. A cow is milked from its head. ― Rose W. A., A Little Book of Welsh Proverbs, Appletree Press , 1996, ISBN:978-0-86281-624-7, p.51
Sometimes the English translation doesn't seem enough to convey the meaning.
All in all, though, a very nice small volume.