Dictionary of Omens and Superstitions

Dictionary of Omens and Superstitions by Phillipa Waring is a handy little reference guide for omens and fateful sites as well as what they mean. What does it mean if a cat sits and washes itself in your doorway?Why should women have their hair cut only when the moon is waxing?Why do people from Yorkshire throw caterpillars over their shoulders?Superstitions have long guided our lives and link to a time when everyday events and objects had a symbolic meaning.  Knowledge of these signs can help you take hold of your own destiny.Whether you want to know what fate has in store for you or you just want to learn some superstitious history, this little guide details the origins and meanings of hundreds of portents, signs and customs and explains their rich symbolism.