Superstitions: And Why We Have Them Quiltmakers A riveting novel of love

A riveting novel of love and sacrifice that remains a time-honored classic among readers of all ages

A time of abundance

haunted by a recurring prophetic vision of Pharaoh's blood-red Nile

perfect for every child’s library

still deeply in love after two decades of marriage

Superstitions: And Why We Have Them Quiltmakers A riveting novel of loveSome people casually say 'touch wood' when they speak of something they hope will happen. Others won't allow peacock feathers into the house. And almost anyone who finds a four leafed clover will treasure it and keep it. Why? Some superstitions are so ancient and have been practised for so long that they have come to be regarded as just harmless and widely observed 'customs', without people realizing they are basically superstitions. For instance,