Book of Superstitious Stuff: Weird Happenings, Wacky Rites, Frightening Fears, Mysterious Myths & Other Bizarre Beliefs |
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| Authors: | O'Sullivan, Joanne |
| Publisher: | Charlesbridge |
| BISAC/Subject: | SOC026000, HUM016000, REF007000 |
| ISBN: | 9781607345121, Related ISBNs: 1607345129, 1936140020, 9781607345121, 9781936140022 |
| Classification: | Fiction |
| Number of pages: | 192, |
| Audience: | General/trade |
Synopsis: From the curse of the lottery winners to the good feng shui of a local restaurant, this quirky, wacky, weird, and wonderful collection of superstitions uncovers the truth about some of our most familiar beliefs, as well as others that are much stranger. It turns out that everywhere in the world, people still put their trust in luck, magic, and mystery. By the end of this look at the bizarre world of illogic it’s clear: superstition is alive and well...and really spellbinding!
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