The Origins of Popular Superstitions and Customs (Forgotten Books)

By T. Sharper Knowlson

Book Overview

This intriguing book explores the origins of common superstitions and customs that have been passed down through generations. From why we throw salt over our shoulders to the reasoning behind Friday... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1605064580
• ISBN13: 9781605064581
• Release Date: August 2018
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.5" x 6.0"

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Origins of Popular Superstitions

From the cover: This book was first published in 1930 and presents a wide-ranging account of many of our most common superstitions - many still surprisingly prevalent today. These include beliefs and customs surrounding the days and seasons of the year, popular marriage customs, dreams, the use of palmistry, astrology, omens, and much else.