The folklore and superstitions of everyday life. Within this volume is folklore relating to birth, childhood, love and courtship, marriage, evil eye, hand, apparel, food, everyday life, healing, fatal curses and spells, death and burial, skulls and bones, sailors, animals, birds and insects, plants and flowers, drinking and drinking vessels, among others. The lore on amulets, talismans, colors, superstitions of the theater, superstition and witchcraft in everyday life can also be found within. Contains over 40 illustrations in the text.