The Wishing Handbook
Philadelphia: Running Press, 1999. first edition. hardcover. 16mo. 189pp. +index. from front flap: "To make a wish is a universal experience. Dreams, hopes, and prayers--and more recently affirmations and the power of positive thinking--are all forms of wishing. It is a phenomenon that began with our earliest ancestors, and a fascinating variety of wishing customs has originated all over the world. The Wishing Handbook presents more than 500 of these customs, arranged alphabetically from acorn to zwieback, plus quotes and proverbs on wishing, wishing tips and taboos, wishing tales, and more!" near fine: clean, square, tight. moon pendant bookmark intact. / near fine: clean, NOT clipped ($12.95). Item #1192
ISBN: 0762405406
#01261.
Price: $8.00