A Lecture on Popular Superstitions (Classic Reprint)

Language: English

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

0282312420 / 9780282312428

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Print on Demand. This book is an in-depth exploration of popular superstitions, tracing their development from ignorance of logic, philosophy, and religion. Beginning with examples such as lucky and unlucky omens, the author highlights the lack of rational evidence behind these beliefs and exposes their illogical origins. Moving beyond these examples, the book delves into the influence of imagination and mental states on the manifestation of superstitions, such as visions and apparitions. It further highlights the role of a lack of scientific knowledge in the creation and perpetuation of these beliefs, providing historical examples of how superstition has been used to explain unexplained phenomena. The book concludes by examining the broader impact of superstition on society, exploring its negative effects on individuals and its opposition to rational and scientific thinking. Ultimately, the book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the nature and origins of popular superstitions, challenging readers to question their validity and embrace a more enlightened perspective. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…

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Title
A Lecture on Popular Superstitions (Classic Reprint)
Author
Bernard Whitman
Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication year
2024
Condition
New
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print-on-demand item
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Paperback
Language
English
ISBN 10
0282312420
ISBN 13
9780282312428
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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