Superstitions, Folklore, Myths & Legends - The Origins, History & Facts of Popular Wives' Tales
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Why do we think that four leaf clovers and the number 7 are lucky? Where do the stories of Werewolves, Unicorns and Vampires come from? Is there any truth to Astrology, Palmistry or Cup Reading?
Like many people you've probably used superstitions or phrases like "touch wood" without giving it a second thought. But if you were to take a moment to step back and learn about them you'll be pleasantly surprised to discover the mesmerizing and sometimes outright bizarre origins to these fun superstitions!
In this book we have curated the origins, history and facts for 88 of the most popular Superstitions, Folklore, Myths & Legends.
"We build our understanding of the emotional world through the myths and legends of our culture. We are all, in part, made of fairy tales." - Will Storr
Inside you'll discover:
Why you should never open an umbrella indoorsThe story of where the ouija board came fromWhy the Bermuda Triangle is cursedWho Lady Luck isWhy you shouldn't walk underneath a ladderFormat:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1922531421
ISBN13:9781922531421
Release Date:September 2022
Publisher:Alex Gibbons
Length:110 Pages
Weight:0.45 lbs.
Dimensions:0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"
Age Range:4 to 12 years
Grade Range:Preschool to Grade 7
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