Japanese Proverbs - David Galef

"Destroy a nation, but its mountains and rivers remain." — Japanese ProverbThis is a collection of 200 Japanese proverbs with illustrations and explanations for each saying.Japanese Proverbs: 200 Gems of Traditional Wit and Wisdom is a delightfully illustrated compilation of traditional Japanese sayings and maxims. Some of the classic Japanese quotes and quotations, like "Fall down seven times, get up eight," capture the dogged perseverance of the Japanese heart. Others, such as "A red lacquer dish... Zobrazit více