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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of human credulity, exploring the widespread belief in errors and delusions throughout history. The author examines how superstition and false belief have taken root in various cultures and periods, from the ancient world to more recent times. The book explores the roots of such thinking, attributing it to a combination of factors such as ignorance, incomplete knowledge, prejudice, and an often self-serving interest in the mystical or miraculous. The author dissects popular superstitions, including those surrounding numbers, the influence of the moon, and the power of charms, while also examining the often-misguided efforts of individuals to unlock the secrets of natural philosophy, astronomy, and even the medical world. By presenting a compelling and often humorous overview of the history of human error, the author offers a valuable perspective on how our understanding of the world has progressed and continues to evolve. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780259528074_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259528074
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780259528074
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