
Details superstitions about animals held in a variety of cultures in different epochs.
This work investigates the origins and persistence of animal-related superstitions across diverse global cultures and historical periods. Thomas G. Aylesworth, an author known for his accessible explorations of folklore and natural history, compiles a wide array of beliefs concerning creatures both common and mythical. The text argues that these superstitions serve as a reflection of human psychological responses to the natural world, illustrating how societies project meaning, fear, and reverence onto animal behavior.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Readers frequently note the accessible, survey-style nature of the prose, which makes it suitable for general interest rather than specialized academic research. Experts highlight this as a foundational introductory text for those interested in the intersection of animal behavior and human cultural history.
Page Count:
120
Publication Date:
1981-01-01
Publisher:
Carson-Dellosa Pub Llc
ISBN-10:
0070026580
ISBN-13:
9780070026582
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