A Dictionary of superstitions / edited by Iona Opie and Moira Tatem.
Opie, Iona, 1923-2017.; Tatem, Moira.
1989
BF1775 .D53 1989 (Mapit)
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Title
A Dictionary of superstitions / edited by Iona Opie and Moira Tatem.
ISBN
0192115979
9780192115973
Publication Details
Oxford [England] ; New York : Oxford University Press, 1989.
Language
English
Description
xiii, 494 p. ; 25 cm.
Call Number
BF1775 .D53 1989
Dewey Decimal Classification
001.9/6/03
Summary
Examines superstitions and other folk beliefs that have survived time including divinations, spells, cures, charms, signs and omens, rituals, and taboos. Also describes the meanings behind the customs for Halloween, New Year's, and other holidays.
Bibliography, etc. Note
Includes bibliographical references (p. 455-462).
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Also issued online.
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Opie, Iona, 1923-2017.
Tatem, Moira.
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