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Superstitions Of Card Players, Actors, Sailors, Fishermen, And Baseball Players

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Superstitions Of Card Players, Actors, Sailors, Fishermen, And Baseball Players is a book written by Cielo Astra that explores the various superstitions and beliefs held by people in different professions. The book delves into the world of card players, actors, sailors, fishermen, and baseball players, discussing the rituals, charms, and beliefs they hold dear.The author takes the reader on a journey through the history of superstitions, exploring how they have evolved over time and how they continue to influence people's lives today. The book is filled with fascinating anecdotes and stories from people in each profession, who share their own personal experiences with superstitions.Throughout the book, the author examines the different types of superstitions that exist, from lucky charms and rituals to beliefs in supernatural powers and omens. The reader will learn about the various superstitions that card players have, such as never playing with a deck that has been dropped or using a certain deck for good luck. The book also explores the superstitions of actors, such as the belief that saying the name of Shakespeare's play ""Macbeth"" inside a theater will bring bad luck.Sailors and fishermen have their own unique set of superstitions, from the belief that it is bad luck to whistle on a boat to the idea that seeing a red sky at night is a sign of good weather. Baseball players are also known for their superstitions, such as wearing the same socks or using the same bat for every game.Overall, Superstitions Of Card Players, Actors, Sailors, Fishermen, And Baseball Players is an intriguing and informative book that offers a fascinating insight into the world of superstitions. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and psychology of superstitions, as well as those who are curious about the beliefs held by people in different professions.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Signs, Omens and Superstitions, by Astra Cielo. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564598993.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781162841083
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 26
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x1 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 50 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 13. december 2024
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Superstitions Of Card Players, Actors, Sailors, Fishermen, And Baseball Players is a book written by Cielo Astra that explores the various superstitions and beliefs held by people in different professions. The book delves into the world of card players, actors, sailors, fishermen, and baseball players, discussing the rituals, charms, and beliefs they hold dear.The author takes the reader on a journey through the history of superstitions, exploring how they have evolved over time and how they continue to influence people's lives today. The book is filled with fascinating anecdotes and stories from people in each profession, who share their own personal experiences with superstitions.Throughout the book, the author examines the different types of superstitions that exist, from lucky charms and rituals to beliefs in supernatural powers and omens. The reader will learn about the various superstitions that card players have, such as never playing with a deck that has been dropped or using a certain deck for good luck. The book also explores the superstitions of actors, such as the belief that saying the name of Shakespeare's play ""Macbeth"" inside a theater will bring bad luck.Sailors and fishermen have their own unique set of superstitions, from the belief that it is bad luck to whistle on a boat to the idea that seeing a red sky at night is a sign of good weather. Baseball players are also known for their superstitions, such as wearing the same socks or using the same bat for every game.Overall, Superstitions Of Card Players, Actors, Sailors, Fishermen, And Baseball Players is an intriguing and informative book that offers a fascinating insight into the world of superstitions. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and psychology of superstitions, as well as those who are curious about the beliefs held by people in different professions.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Signs, Omens and Superstitions, by Astra Cielo. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564598993.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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