Originally published in 1978, this dictionary traces the probable origins of superstitions from all over the world, discussing the symbolic context in which they still survive and suggesting how they can help exploit good luck and avoid the bad.
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Originally published in 1978, this dictionary traces the probable origins of superstitions from all over the world, discussing the symbolic context in which they still survive and suggesting how they can help exploit good luck and avoid the bad.
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Add this copy of The Dictionary of Omens and Superstitions to cart. $8.05, very good condition, Sold by Bob's Book Journey rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Austin, TX, UNITED STATES, published 1987 by Chartwell Books.
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Very Good. No Jacket. Book. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. "In this widely researched dictionary, Philippa Waring has listed omens and superstitions from all over the world, tracing their probable origins and the rich symbolic context in which they still survive." Glossy pictorial covers, 264 pp., 500+ entries. Minor rubbing mark on front cover. Otherwise, minimal wear, clean text, tight binding.
Add this copy of The Dictionary of Omens & Superstitions to cart. $9.30, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Ruby rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 1986 by Chartwell Books.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of The Dictionary of Omens & Superstitions to cart. $9.30, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Diamond rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 1986 by Chartwell Books.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of The Dictionary of Omens and Superstitions to cart. $11.50, very good condition, Sold by captnbook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Spokane, WA, UNITED STATES, published 1986 by Chartwell Books, Inc..
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Very Good in Very Good jacket. Hard Cover--VG/VG--Other than clio to top corner of front free endpaper, book and dust jacket are clean and bright--264 pages.
This book contains tons of imformation. It can be sort of difficult to find a particular superstition since it can fall under tons headings. The black cat someone might look under cat, but othes may try bad luck omens. Still this is a well organized book. The omens are also explained by countries of origin since it can hold several different meanings based on location. This is a grea book for research.