Charms and Counter-Charms

By Maria Jane McIntosh

Book Overview

Charms and Counter-Charms is a book written by Maria Jane McIntosh in 1851. The book is a collection of short stories that revolve around the theme of superstition and its effects on people's lives. Each story explores the power of charms and counter-charms, and how they can be used to either bring good luck or ward off evil.The book is divided into two parts. The first part contains stories that focus on the positive aspects of charms and how they can bring about positive change in people's lives. The second part, on the other hand, explores the negative effects of superstition and how it can lead to ruin and despair.Throughout the book, McIntosh weaves in themes of morality, religion, and the power of belief. She also touches on the impact of social class and the role of women in society during the mid-19th century.Overall, Charms and Counter-Charms is a captivating read that offers a glimpse into the world of superstition and its impact on people's lives. It is a thought-provoking book that raises questions about the power of belief and the dangers of blind faith.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164196804
• ISBN13: 9781164196808
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 410 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"