Irish Superstitions by Daithi O Hogain
What does it mean if your right ear is warm? Or if you see a fox cross your path? Or if you see a red-headed woman? Which tree was always considered a good luck symbol in Ireland, with a branch often being kept in a cow byre to ensure a good milk yield? The answer to these and hundreds of other questions are contained in this unique collection of Irish superstitions. Daithi O hOgain deals with both traditional and contemporary beliefs concerning the human body and the natural world. Some superstitions are universal, some unique to Ireland. All are fascinating. Other books by Daithi O'hOgain Historic Ireland.
Daithi O hOgain is one of Ireland's leading folklorists. He teaches in University College Dublin and is the author of 'The Hero in Irish Folklore'.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780717122684 |
| ISBN 10 | 0717122689 |
| Title | Irish Superstitions |
| Author | Daithi O Hogain |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Irish Books And Media |
| Year published | 1995-04-30 |
| Number of pages | 96 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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