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Beschreibung
The Essential Book of Danish Sayings explores the strange, funny, and wise world of Danish expressions. It brings together 167 of Denmark's most colorful sayings, each presented in Danish with a literal English translation and a clear explanation of what it means and how it is used.

Some offer timeless wisdom. Others feature curious animals, strong drink, and playful language that can sometimes be a bit crude. Together, they reveal the humor, honesty, and cultural quirks hidden in everyday Danish speech.

Sixty-five detailed black-and-white illustrations bring selected sayings to life, making the collection easy to browse, share, and return to.

Whether you are visiting Denmark, call it home, or are looking for a distinctly Danish gift for an international friend or colleague, this book offers an entertaining look at Denmark through the expressions Danes use. No knowledge of Danish is needed.
The Essential Book of Danish Sayings explores the strange, funny, and wise world of Danish expressions. It brings together 167 of Denmark's most colorful sayings, each presented in Danish with a literal English translation and a clear explanation of what it means and how it is used.

Some offer timeless wisdom. Others feature curious animals, strong drink, and playful language that can sometimes be a bit crude. Together, they reveal the humor, honesty, and cultural quirks hidden in everyday Danish speech.

Sixty-five detailed black-and-white illustrations bring selected sayings to life, making the collection easy to browse, share, and return to.

Whether you are visiting Denmark, call it home, or are looking for a distinctly Danish gift for an international friend or colleague, this book offers an entertaining look at Denmark through the expressions Danes use. No knowledge of Danish is needed.
Über den Autor
Alex Berger is an American writer originally from the Southwest. He moved to Denmark in 2011 to study Cognition and Communication at the University of Copenhagen and later made Copenhagen his home. His years in Denmark sparked an enduring interest in how language reflects culture, humor, and everyday life. He is the author of Practical Curiosity: The Guide to Life, Love & Travel and the writer behind the travel blog VirtualWayfarer.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2026
Genre: Importe
Produktart: Bildbände
Region: Europa
Rubrik: Sachliteratur
Medium: Taschenbuch
ISBN-13: 9788743091752
ISBN-10: 874309175X
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Berger, Alex
Auflage: 1. Auflage
Hersteller: BoD - Books on Demand
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: preigu GmbH & Co. KG, Lengericher Landstr. 19, D-49078 Osnabrück, mail@preigu.de
Maße: 170 x 170 x 16 mm
Von/Mit: Alex Berger
Erscheinungsdatum: 31.08.2026
Gewicht: 0,426 kg
Artikel-ID: 136419953