Dive into a delightfully quirky world of folklore with The Encyclopedia of Superstitions by Richard Webster—a fascinating collection of over five hundred strange, curious, and wonderfully weird beliefs from across the Western world. From age-old traditions to modern myths, this fun and easy-to-browse guide explores superstitions surrounding everything from holidays, birth, and weddings to gemstones, animals, weather, and the human body. Perfect for trivia lovers, folklore enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys the mysterious, magical, and just plain unusual.