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Southern Wisdom
Emily Welch
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Belletristik / Humor, Satire, Kabarett
Beschreibung
Southerners share a unique culture, including their own version of the English language, shaped over generations. Southern Wisdom is a charming and humorous illustrated exploration of the stories, history, and sayings that make up the culture, delving into both age-old and modern traditions. If you’re not from the South, bless your heart and pay attention—there’s wisdom to be found in this heartfelt, humorous culture.
Learn about the intriguing historical context behind classically Southern phrases, customs, and superstitions like:
- “You gotta get gussied up!”
- “Politeness and consideration for others is like investing pennies and getting dollars back.”
- “Hold your horses.”
- Why should you never leave a rocking chair rocking?
- Y’all and y’all and y’all
- Monograms, football, Mardi Gras, and more!
Find a full Southern Dictionary at the back of the book to really wow natives when you decide to visit the South. Laugh alongside author Emily Welch as she explains and explores the extraordinary things about life in Southern Wisdom.
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