Black Cats & Four-Leaf Clovers by Harry Oliver
Cross your fingers, knock on wood, and clutch your rabbit's foot a little tighter.In this charming and endlessly diverting book, Harry Oliver delves into the stories behind the traditions and superstitions that permeate our everyday lives, unearthing the fascinating histories of these weird and wonderful notions. So before you search for any more four-leaf clovers, worry about the next Friday the 13th, or avoid walking under any ladders, dip into this amazing tome and discover:
*Why breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck.
*The best day of the week to ask for a favor.
*Why you should never jump over a child in Turkey.
Harry Oliver, a writer and editor, is fascinated by the strange stories that lurk beneath the surface of our daily lives. He lives and works in London, and is the author of Bubble Gum and Hula Hoops and Flying by the Seat of Your Pants.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780399536090 |
| ISBN 10 | 0399536094 |
| Title | Black Cats & Four-Leaf Clovers |
| Author | Harry Oliver |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Tarcherperigee |
| Year published | 2010-09-07 |
| Number of pages | 272 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |