Old Wives' Tales and Myths: The Meaning, Origins and Truth (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798311877671)

Old wives' tales have their roots in the rich tradition of oral storytelling that has been passed down through generations. These tales were usually shared among women, creating a communal bond as they passed stories down to their children or exchanged them among peers. Their primary aim is not necessarily to enforce moral lessons but rather to communicate valuable lessons, clarify complex subjects and educate young members of the family, about various aspects of life.
Did you ever wonder where that old saying came from? What it meant and why it was passed downed from generation to generation? Explore the meaning and origins of some of the most popular old wives' tale:

• An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
• Feed A Cold, Starve A Fever
• A Rabbit's Foot Brings Good Fortune
• Stepping On a Crack Breaks Your Mother's Back
• Eating Spicy Food Will Help Induce Labor
• A Black Cat Crossing Your Path Is Bad Luck
• Lightning Never Strikes the Same Place Twice
• A Person Dies in Their Dreams, You Die in Real Life
• Death Comes in Threes
• A Cardinal is A Visiting Spirt Of A Love One

Author: Dale Adams
ISBN-13: 9798311877671
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 03/02/2025
Pages: 134
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.42lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.29d