The Little Giant Encyclopedia of the Zodiac


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Anyone who is fascinated with astrology--Chinese or Western--will find this complete, straightforward resource a must-have. Whether used for entertainment or as a tool for living harmoniously with one's natural character, this giant astrology reference is certain to provide hours of fun. Two-color interior.







The Zodiac


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This introduction to Chinese and Western astrology puts the world-- and the stars beyond-- at your fingertips, allowing you to foretell the future, understand yourself and friends, read symbols, and interpret charts. With straightforward explanations and a glossary of terms, gaining important insights into your own nature is easy, whether it's with regards to personality, appearance, behavior, work habits, love and sex, friends and partners, leisure interests, or health. Guaranteed for hours of entertainment, this pocket-sized reference might just lead to a better-balanced life. Use the valuable wisdom inside as a tool for living harmoniously with your genuine character-- whatever your sign.




The Little Giant Encyclopedia of Superstitions


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Broken up into categories such as Animals, Astrology, Dreams, and Flowers, this fascinating dictionary will alert you to thousands of beliefs, omens, and proverbs that you may never have known. Many other subjects range from Clothing to Food to Marriage numbers.




The Little Giant Encyclopedia of Spells & Magic


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This extraordinary reference covers witches, shamen, voodoo priests and priestesses, and oracles; provides the low-down on pentagrams, exorcisms, coven rituals, and conjuring spirits; and tells how to cast spells for protection, invisibility, and illness prevention. Illustrations.




Superstitions


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Explains the meanings of thousands of signs, omens, spells, charms, cures, rituals, and taboos; arranged alphabetically by topic.




The Little Giant Encyclopedia of Proverbs


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For your amusement, for your edification and inspiration, for livening up that speech you have to give: proverbs have an irresistible power. These little pockets of wisdom say volumes about a culture--so take a tour around the world in words. You'll encounter the lively and colorful sayings from all around the world: Africa and its diaspora (Haiti, Jamaica, and African-American); Central and South America; Mexico; Native American; China, Japan; Italy; Ireland; Scotland; Israel; and the Arab nations.




The Little Giant Encyclopedia of Checker Puzzles


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Universally popular, checkers is one of the world s oldest and most elegantly structured board games and on a high level, it can demand real strategic thought. Put your skill to the test with these puzzles all based on the Standard American game. (Federation rules appear in their entirety.) Each is solvable in no more than six-and-a-half moves, and sometimes, the winner even seems at a serious disadvantage at the start. Quite a few of the solutions list alternative patterns of play. "




The Little Giant Encyclopedia of Wedding Etiquette


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Details, details, details. Planning a wedding can be a nightmare, and few of us are experienced.




Encyclopedia of Numerology


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The secret to our destiny lies in the numbers. With the more than 500 fascinating pages on the theory and practice of numerology packed into this little powerhouse, anyone can become an expert on the subject. Like astrology, numerology is based on birth date, but it uses names, too. Each letter of the alphabet has a matching number (from 1 to 9), and that's where the illumination begins. Seekers will enjoy a new understanding of their numerological fortunes, including the Soul Urge, which motivates our actions; the Quiet Self, which reveals our inner desires; and The Expression, which explains how to accomplish our goals. Like every Little Giant, this entry presents an extraordinary amount of information in a convenient format, with dozens of charts, tables and graphs.