Encyclopedia Of Superstitions

Author : Edwin Radford,Mona A. Radford
Publisher : Open Road Media
Page : 787 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2018-06-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781504055086

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Encyclopedia of Superstitions by Edwin Radford,Mona A. Radford Pdf

“For the expert investigation of the human will to believe, we recommend The Encyclopedia of Superstitions.”—The New York Times Why is it said that breaking a mirror or walking under ladders will bring bad luck and misfortunate? Ever wonder why so many people throw salt over their shoulders after spilling it, or wish on shooting stars? The Encyclopedia of Superstitions holds the answers to these questions and more. This classic and captivating reference book catalogs the origins of hundreds of superstitious beliefs and includes a rich history of charms, spells, folklore, and rural remedies drawn from cultures around the world used to commemorate births, marriages, deaths, to ward off evil, or invite good fortune. Edwin and Mona A. Radford uncover why catching a falling leaf in autumn is believed to stave off colds all winter and explain the traditional Norse mythological roots of kissing under the mistletoe at Christmas. They explore the myriad of beliefs surrounding the moon or what spotting a rainbow portends and why. This thought-provoking collection provides a wealth of entertaining entries—stories that have the power to thrill, intrigue, and perhaps send a chill down the spine of even the most skeptical of readers.

Author : Richard Webster
Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2012-09-08
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780738725611

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The Encyclopedia of Superstitions by Richard Webster Pdf

Have you ever rubbed a frog on your freckles? Trivia fans and fun fact fanatics will adore this fascinating, flickable encyclopedia of superstitions! Richard Webster presents over five hundred of the most obscure, curious, and just-plain-freaky superstitions of the Western world. Discover batty beliefs about baldness, beans, and the Bermuda Triangle, and peculiar practices regarding hiccups, hearses, and hunchbacks. From modern myths to centuries-old lore, The Encyclopedia of Superstitions offers a wealth of wonderfully weird beliefs on just about every topic you can imagine: Holidays Birth Death Weddings Colors Gemstones Trees Flowers Fairies Weather Numbers Animals Birds Insects Household Items Zodiac Signs Gambling The Human Body Food Praise: "[T]his reference makes for compulsive browsing."—Publishers Weekly

Author : Richard Webster
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Superstition
ISBN : 8189988808

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The Encyclopedia Of Superstitions by Richard Webster Pdf

Superstitions can be effective ways of handling the anxieties and stress of everyday life, anyone who reads straight through will likely develop a nervous twitch; still, this referencemakes for compulsive browsing

Author : Iona Archibald Opie,Moira Tatem
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 0192806645

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A Dictionary of Superstitions by Iona Archibald Opie,Moira Tatem Pdf

"If you've ever wanted the definitive answers on subjects such as black cats and white heather, look no further than this classic dictionary. Entries are illustrated by quotations that trace their development through the centuries. A work of reference for anyone with an interest in superstitions and their history." "Entries give real examples of usage, illustrating the meaning, history, and origin of superstitions. Subjects covered include spells, cures, rituals, taboos, charms, and omens. The dictionary is fully cross-referenced for easy browsing."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : David Pickering
Publisher : Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Page : 527 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Reference
ISBN : 0304365610

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Cassell's Dictionary of Superstitions by David Pickering Pdf

Alphabetically arranged entries provide coverage of a wide range of ancient and modern fears, beliefs, and taboos, explaining the rituals, charms, and talismans invoked by the superstitions.

Author : Diagram Group
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 1402755023

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Superstitions by Diagram Group Pdf

Explains the meanings of thousands of signs, omens, spells, charms, cures, rituals, and taboos; arranged alphabetically by topic.

Author : Diagram Group
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 080696913X

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The Little Giant Encyclopedia of Superstitions by Diagram Group Pdf

Broken up into categories such as Animals, Astrology, Dreams, and Flowers, this fascinating dictionary will alert you to thousands of beliefs, omens, and proverbs that you may never have known. Many other subjects range from Clothing to Food to Marriage numbers.

Author : D.R. McElroy
Publisher : Wellfleet Press
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2020-05-26
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780760366295

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Superstitions by D.R. McElroy Pdf

Across all cultures and spanning centuries, superstitions rooted in cultural legends and myths have formed and influenced daily life. Superstitions: A Handbook of Folklore, Myths, and Legends from around the World​ explains how and why these legends and the associated behaviors behind them developed, accompanied by beautiful illustrations. In this definitive reference, you’ll learn the fascinating and often bizarre histories of a comprehensive range of superstitions from around the world. For example, the belief that one will have seven years' bad luck if you break a mirror is said to come from the Romans, who were the first to create glass mirrors. And in Japanese culture, cutting your nails at night is thought to lead to a quick death because the two phrases sound similar. You’ll also find out why some superstitions vary from culture to culture. For instance, the “unlucky” number 13 is considered a bad omen in some countries, like the US, and “lucky” in other countries, like Italy—where the number 17 is considered unlucky. The information is organized by country, so you can easily investigate the popular superstitions linked to your own or other specific ethnic heritage or cultural identity. Satisfy your burning curiosity with this complete guide to superstitions, folklore, and myths. The Mystical Handbook series from Wellfleet takes you on a magical journey through the wonderful world of spellcraft and spellcasting. Explore a new practice with each volume and learn how to incorporate spells, rituals, blessings, and cleansings into your daily routine. These portable companions feature beautiful foil-detail covers and color-saturated interiors on a premium paper blend. Other titles in the series include: Witchcraft, Love Spells, Moon Magic, Knot Magic, and House Magic.

Author : Philippa Waring
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Omens
ISBN : OCLC:1338289389

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The Dictionary of Omens and Superstitions by Philippa Waring Pdf

Author : Steve Roud
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 1004 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2006-04-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780141941622

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The Penguin Guide to the Superstitions of Britain and Ireland by Steve Roud Pdf

Are black cats lucky or unlucky? What should you do when you hear the first cuckoo? Since when have people believed that it's unlucky to shoot an albatross? Why does breaking a mirror lead to misfortune? This fascinating collection answers these and many other questions about the world of superstitions and forms an endlessly browsable guide to a subject that continues to obsess and intrigue.

Author : Cora Linn Daniels,C. M. Stevans
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1992-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 155888968X

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Encyclopedia of Superstitions, Folklore and the Occult Sciences of the World by Cora Linn Daniels,C. M. Stevans Pdf

Author : Jacqueline Simpson,Stephen Roud
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 997 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : England
ISBN : 9780192100191

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A Dictionary of English Folklore by Jacqueline Simpson,Stephen Roud Pdf

Are there any legends about cats? Is Cinderella an English story? What is (or was) a Mumming Play? The subject of folklore covers an extremely wide field, with connections to virtually every aspect of life. It ranges from the bizarre to the seemingly mundane. Similarly, folklore is as much afeature of the modern technological age as the ancient world, of every part of the country, both urban and rural, and of every age group and occupation. Containing 2,000 entries, from dragons to Mother Goose, May Day to Michaelmas, this new reference work is an absorbing and entertaining guide to English folklore. Aimed at a broad general readership, the dictionary provides an authoritative reference source on such legendary characters as the Babesin the Wood, Jack the Giant Killer, and Robin Hood, and gives entertaining and informative explanations of a wide range of subjects in folklore, from nosebleeds and wishbones to cats and hot cross buns.

Author : Martin Olson
Publisher : Feral House
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781936239047

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Encyclopaedia of Hell by Martin Olson Pdf

An extremely imaginative and lyrical Invasion Manual of Earth - not for Aliens, but for Demons. Encyclopaedia of Hell has been hailed by critics such as Fred Durst, Penn and Teller and Lars Ulrich as one of the funniest books ever written. Penned by Lord Satan himself and complete with illustrations, diagrammes and an encyclopaedia of Earth Terms, this strange, ancient book will enlighten and edify all demon invaders.

Author : Judy Allen
Publisher : Kingfisher
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2011-08-16
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0753464829

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Unexplained by Judy Allen Pdf

Even with today's high-tech science, many events and ancient mysteries remain unexplained and surrounded by theories that stir the imagination and challenge scientific fact. This book systematically explores all aspects of the human fascination with the unknowable, from hauntings and the power of the mind, to physical mysteries such as lost civilizations, ancient superstitions and symbols, and the persistent ideas about life from other planets. Evocative illustrations and intriguing photographs, combined with riveting text by an award-winning author, shed light on the world's greatest mysteries.

Author : Judy Allen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Atlantis
ISBN : 0753431947

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Encyclopedia of the Unexplained by Judy Allen Pdf

The Encyclopedia of the Unexplained is a comprehensive guide to the mysterious and strange, whether natural or unnatural. Even with today's hi-tech science, many events and ancient mysteries, such as crop circles, ghosts, the Holy Grail and the Nazca lines, remain unexplained, with many theories stirring the imagination. Some famous enigmas, such as The Bermuda Triangle, have now been explained by science, but still hold an allure of mystery. The Encyclopedia of the Unexplained will also uncover some of our ancient superstitions and symbols, from why black cats are lucky to how Feng Shui is supposed to change our life for the better.