A Dictionary Of Superstitions -

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Paperback. Acceptable.

New Yoek: Barnes & Noble Books, 1989 Hardcover. 8vo. 494pp. Tight. No names or other markings Fine in Fine D/j.

New York: Barnes and Noble, 1999. Reprint. Hardcover. near fine in fine dj

Oxford University Press, Oxford 1993. 23.0 x 15.0cms, 494pp, very good+ paperback & cover This book copvers the tradiitonal significance of animals, colours, dyes & elements; seasonal rituals; cures; taboos; charms,; omens etc.

Oxford University Press. As New. 2005. Softcover. 0192806645 . This specific softcover book is in like new condition with a cover that has sharp edges and corners and a tight binding. The pages are clean, crisp, unmarked and uncreased. We package all books in custom cardboard book boxes for shipment and ship daily with tracking numbers.; "Is it good or bad luck to mention a pig to a fisherman? What does it portend when you break a double-yolked egg? Or when you witness a headless shadow? How many frogs do you need to cure whooping cough? And what's all this about black cats? Ranging from the familiar to the bizarre, and including everything from spells and omens to rituals and taboos, this delightfully informative dictionary covers a wide array of popular superstitions, touching on virtually every aspect of human culture. They embrace family life and the lore of farmers, sailors, miners, and actors; offer advice on the signs to observe when contemplating a journey or a marriage;… Read More

Oxford University Press, 1993-01-01. Paperback. New. New Inside & Out. Clean & Crisp. No markings. Excellent book! You will be pleased. ( z1s58a )

Oxford University Press, 1993. Examines familiar and other curious, less familiar superstitions, spells, cures, taboos, charms and omens. xiii+494pp. A nr.fine copy in soft covers

Oxford University Press, 1990. Book. Good. hardback. hardback, octavo, a tightly bound copy with an unmarked text but with foxing to the closed page edges and thus good only. The pictorial dust jacket is well preserved, xiii + 494pp.

Oxford University Press, 1990. Softcover. Good. Original wrappers, 8vo.