Book of Superstitious Stuff

Book of Superstitious Stuff
Author: Joanne O'Sullivan
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2011-07-26
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1607345129


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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!


Book of Superstitious Stuff
Language: en
Pages: 184
Authors: Joanne O'Sullivan
Categories: Social Science
Type: BOOK - Published: 2011-07-26 - Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing

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