"Destroy a nation, but its mountains and rivers remain."--Japanese proverb
This is a collection of 200 Japanese proverbs with illustrations and explanations for each saying.
Japanese Proverbs: 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 needs no decoration" illuminate both a universal truth and Japan's unique, aesthetic...
"Destroy a nation, but its mountains and rivers remain."--Japanese proverb
This is a collection of 200 Japanese proverbs with illustrati...