A Dictionary of Superstitions,Iona Opie, Moira Tatem

A Dictionary of Superstitions\nOpie, Iona; Opie, Peter\n\nBook Description: Oxford University Press, Oxford, 1989. Hard Cover. Book Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good, unclipped with small tear to the upper spine, light fading to the same. First Edition. 4to - over 9\u00BE\"" - 12\"" tall. Interior tight, bright, unmarked. \n\n\""Is it good or bad luck to mention a pig to a fisherman? What does it portend when you break a double-yolked egg? How many frogs do you need to cure whooping cough? Ranging from the familiar to the bizarre, and including everything from spells and omens to rituals and taboos, this delightfully informative dictionary covers a wide array of popular superstitions, touching on virtually every aspect of human culture. They embrace family life and the lore of farmers, sailors, miners, and actors; offer advice on the signs to observe when contemplating a journey or a marriage; reveal the significance of animals, plants, stones, colors, food and drinr