The Penguin Guide to the Superstitions of Britain and Ireland

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Reference, Almanacs & Trivia, Curiosities & Wonders, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Folklore & Mythology
Cover of the book The Penguin Guide to the Superstitions of Britain and Ireland by Steve Roud, Penguin Books Ltd
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Steve Roud ISBN: 9780141941622
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Publication: April 6, 2006
Imprint: Penguin Language: English
Author: Steve Roud
ISBN: 9780141941622
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Publication: April 6, 2006
Imprint: Penguin
Language: English

Are black cats lucky or unlucky? What should you do when you hear the first cuckoo? Since when have people believed that it's unlucky to shoot an albatross? Why does breaking a mirror lead to misfortune? This fascinating collection answers these and many other questions about the world of superstitions and forms an endlessly browsable guide to a subject that continues to obsess and intrigue.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Are black cats lucky or unlucky? What should you do when you hear the first cuckoo? Since when have people believed that it's unlucky to shoot an albatross? Why does breaking a mirror lead to misfortune? This fascinating collection answers these and many other questions about the world of superstitions and forms an endlessly browsable guide to a subject that continues to obsess and intrigue.

More books from Penguin Books Ltd

Cover of the book The Skincare Bible by Steve Roud
Cover of the book The Picnic Hamper by Steve Roud
Cover of the book Life on the Golden Horn by Steve Roud
Cover of the book Henry VIII (Penguin Monarchs) by Steve Roud
Cover of the book The Killing Type by Steve Roud
Cover of the book On Fishing At Sea by Steve Roud
Cover of the book The Romance of Tristan by Steve Roud
Cover of the book Ask Aggie by Steve Roud
Cover of the book Ladybird Classics: Dracula by Steve Roud
Cover of the book UFO Afloat by Steve Roud
Cover of the book The Kid (Film Tie-in) by Steve Roud
Cover of the book The Vinland Sagas by Steve Roud
Cover of the book The Ladybird Book of The Nerd by Steve Roud
Cover of the book Effi Briest by Steve Roud
Cover of the book Hannibal by Steve Roud
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy