Dictionary of superstitions
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Pub. Date:
1989
Language:
English
Description
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; reveal the significance of animals, plants, stones, colors, food and drink, the elements, and heavenly bodies; and outline the precautions to be taken after a death in the house or during a thunderstorm. Each entry is arranged alphabetically according to its central idea or object, and illustrated with a selection of chronologically ordered quotations that indicate the history and development of each belief. An entertaining volume for anyone curious about the beliefs of the past, A Dictionary of Superstitions also makes a valuable contribution to the study of folklore, providing the first systematic account of beliefs that form an integral part of our social life.
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If you've ever wanted the definitive answers on subjects such as black cats and white heather, look no further than this classic dictionary. Entries are illustrated by quotations that trace their development through the centuries. A work of reference for anyone with an interest in superstitions and their history." Entries give real examples of usage, illustrating the meaning, history, and origin of superstitions. Subjects covered include spells, cures, rituals, taboos, charms, and omens. The dictionary is fully cross-referenced for easy browsing. This informative dictionary covers a wide array of popular superstititons, touching on virtually every aspect of human culture.
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Folklore -- Dictionaries
Folklore -- Great Britain -- Dictionaries
Folklore -- Ireland -- Dictionaries
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Superstition -- Great Britain -- Dictionaries
Superstition -- Ireland -- Dictionaries
Folklore -- Dictionaries
Folklore -- Great Britain -- Dictionaries
Folklore -- Ireland -- Dictionaries
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Superstition -- Great Britain -- Dictionaries
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