Kanash, T. V. Analysis of the Concepts of Poverty and Wealth Based on the Analysis of Byelorussian and Polish Proverbs and Sayings

Abstract: The author analyzes Polish and Byelorussian proverbs about poverty and wealth and compares their similarities and differences. The results of this study are compared with the other studies of the topic of poverty and wealth as well as studies about mental characteristics of Polish and Byelorussian nations. It is concluded that Polish people demonstrate a more active and optimistic attitude to opportunities enrichment.

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