800 Sayings by Old Folks Who Raised Us
by Reverend Dr. William L. Rocky Brown III
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Pub Date Jul 08 2021 | Archive Date May 03 2024
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Description
The parents and grandparents of William Rocky Brown, 3rd, who raised him, had roots in the southern USA. Along with that Southern upbringing came the ability to turn everyday activities or things of nature into wise sayings. His mother and grandmother had old down-home sayings that took him a while to understand. After talking to others, he realized he wasn’t alone in this beautiful experience growing up, so he compiled the wise sayings in his book, 800 Sayings by Old Folks Who Raised Us.
The wise sayings—to be passed down from generation to generation—in this book are pearls of wisdom that relate to the past generations, while the present and future generations may take time to understand, just as Brown experienced. It creates good family fun and memories. It can also be used in the form of an intergenerational family game.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9781638713104 |
| PRICE | $2.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 90 |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Jenn K, Reviewer
Very interesting read! I remember hearing many of these sayings growing up and I still use some today, even though I'm only in my 30s.
Most of the sayings are short, so it is a quick read. However, some sayings I did not know but I will definitely remember for the future!
Bonnie K, Reviewer
I have to admit, this was one of the funniest books I have read in a while. Growing up, sometimes in the south (we moved quite a bit) I heard so many of these sayings. Reading them took me back to those times and makes me chuckle. The book is really a fast and easy read. If you need a bit of humor, read this. I recommend it.
Educator 985113
I received a complimentary copy of this book via Netgalley. Opinions expressed in this review are my own.
I really enjoyed this, as it really showed out similarities. There were a few saying I had to google to find their meaning, but I did hear a lot of them growing up in Winnipeg Manitoba Canada in the 90s.
Marinna M, Reviewer
800 Saying by Old Folks Who Raised Us is exactly what it sounds like! This is a book that delivers what it tell you. There are 800 sayings that you have probably heard before or uttered yourself in here. I would go out on a limb and say that this book is probably something that the younger generations need in the current day. Some of the funny phrases I remember growing up were 112. Don't have a pot to piss in or a window to throw it out. 418. You weren't raised in a barn, and 718. Back seat driver.
My new favorite saying is probably 455. Busier than a moth in a mitten. I love it! This is a fun and quick read that will take you back to the days of your childhood.
Thank you to NetGalley, Pageturner Press and Media, and the Author Reverend Dr. William L Rocky Brown III for the ARC of this fun little book.
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