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Superstition And The Fear Of The Dark And The Legend Of Santa Claus

Superstition And The Fear Of The Dark And The Legend Of Santa Claus

Waterman, Philip F.

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ISBN10: 1162844140
ISBN13: 9781162844145
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 24
Weight: 0.18
Height: 0.05 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Superstition and the Fear of the Dark and the Legend of Santa Claus by Philip F. Waterman is a non-fiction book that explores the origins and evolution of two popular beliefs - superstition and the legend of Santa Claus. The author delves deep into the history, psychology, and cultural significance of these beliefs, tracing their roots to ancient times and examining their impact on modern society.Through a series of engaging and informative chapters, Waterman explores the various superstitions that have shaped human behavior, from the fear of black cats and broken mirrors to the belief in ghosts and witchcraft. He also examines the role of superstition in different cultures and religions, and how it has influenced art, literature, and popular culture.The second part of the book focuses on the legend of Santa Claus, tracing its origins to the historical figure of Saint Nicholas and exploring how it has evolved over time. Waterman examines the various traditions associated with Santa Claus, from his red suit and white beard to his reindeer and sleigh, and how they have been influenced by different cultures and historical events.Throughout the book, Waterman provides fascinating insights into the human psyche and the power of belief, offering a thought-provoking analysis of the ways in which superstition and the legend of Santa Claus have shaped our world. Written in an accessible and engaging style, Superstition and the Fear of the Dark and the Legend of Santa Claus is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of beliefs and their impact on society.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Story of Superstition, by Philip F. Waterman. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766133664.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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