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    Encyclopedia of Superstitions

    By Mona A. Radford and Edwin Radford

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    This classic and thoroughly delightful reference explores the origins of superstitions. You’ll discover the origins behind charms, spells, fairy lore and legend, folk remedies and customs of birth, marriage, and death. This collection will be a staple in your library for years and generations to come.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherOpen Road Integrated Media
    Release dateFeb 24, 2015
    ISBN9781504010931
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    Encyclopedia of Superstitions
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    Mona A. Radford

    Edwin and Mona A. Radford were a British husband and wife writing team who published prolifically from the 1940s through 1970. They were known for their murder-mystery series about the fictional Inspector Manson.

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