Shelby El Otmani - Book of Superstitions : Black Cats, Yellow Flowers,

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The item is a book Hardback
The Author Name is Shelby El Otmani
The Title is The Book of Superstitions : Black Cats, Yellow Flowers, Broken Mirrors, Cracked Sidewalks, and More Cultural Behaviors and Myths Explained

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Learn the compelling cultural histories behind some of the world's supernatural beliefs with The Book of Superstitions. Friday the 13th rabbit feet knocking on wood walking under a ladder the curse of the evil eye. We all have a superstition or two. Unveil the origins of some of the most universal and little known superstitions that have influenced cultures around the world for centuries. Including beliefs that gained a foothold in African and European folklore, notions from ancient Greece, legends of the British Isles, and beyond, this is a captivating read for people of all ages and backgrounds. Inside you'll find:Legends and cultural behaviors organized by region, so you can discover how cultural identity has impacted these beliefs over the yearsBeautiful illustrations of these fascinating conceptsAn analysis of how superstitions vary from country to countryDiscover why superstitions have bewitched us for centuries with The Book of Superstitions. Fingers crossed you'll love this book!

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