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Grandmother Said It Best A Treasury of Italian Proverbs [1st Edition · 1980]

Grandmother Said It Best A Treasury of Italian Proverbs [1st Edition · 1980]

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Condition: Good

Condition Notes: Cover contains shelf wear, some stains. Pages and binding are clean, tight and firm. No writings or markings.

Publication year: 1980
Binding: Paperback

A delightful celebration of Italian heritage, Grandmother Said It Best gathers a timeless collection of proverbs, sayings, and folk wisdom passed down through generations. This 1980 first edition is a lovingly curated treasury that captures the heart and humor of old-world Italy—where advice was practical, poetic, and often delivered with a twinkle in the eye.

Brimming with warmth, wit, and cultural charm, each proverb is paired with an English translation and often a brief commentary that highlights its meaning or use in everyday life. From lessons on love and family to observations on food, work, and fate, these sayings reflect a world where common sense and tradition shaped how people lived and thought.

Whether you’re Italian by blood or simply in spirit, this book is perfect for language lovers, cultural enthusiasts, and anyone who grew up hearing life lessons that always seemed to begin with, “As my grandmother used to say…” Ideal for gifting or personal reflection, Grandmother Said It Best is a tribute to the enduring voice of wisdom found in every nonna’s kitchen.

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