Current Superstitions, Vol. 4 (Classic Reprint): Collected From the Oral Tradition of English Speaking Folk - Couverture souple

Fanny Bergen

9781330152812: Current Superstitions, Vol. 4 (Classic Reprint): Collected From the Oral Tradition of English Speaking Folk

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Explore the living traditions of everyday belief in the English-speaking world. This collection gathers widespread superstitions, dream lore, and practical customs from oral traditions, offering a window into how people once understood luck, fate, and daily life.

This edition presents a broad range of entries, from the meaning of dreams to rules for auspicious days, and notes on how these beliefs shaped behavior, ritual, and social practice. It reads like a guided tour through folk wisdom, with careful documentation and practical context for modern readers.

Dream lore and what certain dreams were believed to predict about life and death

Everyday rituals around luck, cards, and dressing to avoid misfortune

Regional variations in beliefs across the United States, Canada, and parts of Atlantic Canada

Short notes on the social and historical context behind popular superstitions

Ideal for readers of folklore, cultural history, and people curious about how traditional beliefs persist in everyday life.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1330152816
ISBN 13: 9781330152812
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Nombre de pages: 182
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Current Superstitions, Vol. 4 (Classic Reprint)

Fanny Bergen

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ISBN 10 : 1330152816 ISBN 13 : 9781330152812

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating and comprehensive collection of folklore, customs, beliefs, and superstitions prevalent among English-speaking communities. The author meticulously gathered these traditions through extensive research and oral accounts from individuals across various regions. The book explores the rich tapestry of cultural practices and beliefs that have been passed down through generations, shedding light on the origins and evolution of human thought and behavior. It delves into the realm of babyhood, exploring superstitions surrounding birth, baptism, and the introduction of infants to the world. The author examines physiognomy and the significance attributed to physical characteristics, as well as the rituals and beliefs associated with major life events such as marriage and death. This book is a valuable resource for folklorists, anthropologists, and anyone interested in exploring the intricate web of traditions that have shaped human societies throughout history. The insights it provides into the human psyche and the enduring power of beliefs offer a glimpse into the depths of our collective consciousness and the ways in which we have sought to make sense of the world around us. 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 r�f. du vendeur 9781330152812_0

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