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Superstitions: Omens, Charms, Cures 1787
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The enduring nature of superstitions reveals a fascinating contrast to modern rationalism and scientific progress. Practices like avoiding black cats, crossing fingers for luck, and the reluctance to hold meetings on Friday the thirteenth highlight how these beliefs persist in everyday life, demonstrating their deep-rooted presence in culture and human behavior.
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Superstitions: Omens, Charms, Cures 1787, Francis Grose
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- 2012
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- Title
- Superstitions: Omens, Charms, Cures 1787
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Francis Grose
- Publisher
- Bodleian Library
- Released
- 2012
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 104
- ISBN13
- 9781851242863
- Category
- World history
- Description
- The enduring nature of superstitions reveals a fascinating contrast to modern rationalism and scientific progress. Practices like avoiding black cats, crossing fingers for luck, and the reluctance to hold meetings on Friday the thirteenth highlight how these beliefs persist in everyday life, demonstrating their deep-rooted presence in culture and human behavior.