Everybody's Book of Luck

audiobook

Everybody's Book of Luck

by Anonymous

EN·~6 hours

Chapters

Description

This compact guide gathers the most common superstitions that have shaped daily life for generations. It looks beyond folklore, showing how many of these beliefs rest on simple practical logic as well as cultural tradition. The author weaves anecdotes and historical tidbits into a readable survey that feels both informative and conversational.

From the warning against walking under a ladder to the ritual of tossing spilled salt over the left shoulder, the book offers clear explanations and witty remarks on each omen. Readers will also meet the quirky rules about picture frames, broken mirrors, and even how many guests may sit at a table. By the end, listeners gain a fresh perspective on the little habits that quietly guide our choices, without ever feeling lectured.

Whether you are a skeptic or a believer, the collection invites you to weigh the practical sense behind each custom and decide which, if any, deserve a place in your own routine. Short, lively entries make it perfect for a quick listen during a commute or a relaxed afternoon.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~6 hours (356K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chris Curnow, Christopher Wright, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2017-07-10

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Anonymous

Some of literature’s most enduring voices come to us without a confirmed name. “Anonymous” stands for storytellers whose identities were never recorded, were deliberately concealed, or were lost over time.

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