GHOSTS AND SUPERSTITIONS

Medieval England was an era of witches, ghosts and demons. A look at superstitions at this time.

There are certain Chinese superstitions that include ways to make sure ghosts keep away!

This articles shares information on six superstitions; outlining where they came from and what they mean.

There are still many tales and superstitions alive and well, flourishing in numerous countries and cultures across the globe, and many of these curious beliefs surround fruits and veggies.

There is thousand of omens and many different types of superstitions. The black cat seems to be the most popular everywhere, however each town and state have their own beliefs.

Review of a collection of short stories by classic horror author H.P. Lovecraft. Often Lovecraft's stories are more creepy and scary the fewer details he provides, the more the otherworldly beings are left as a vague, mysterious, ominous presence.

A compilation of upcoming events for Halloween week, free and cheap for the thrifty activity planner. Ghost tours, parties, local happenings, events for kids, events for adults only, great date ideas, festive fun.

Superstitions abound around the Halloween holiday. And why wouldn't they? It's that time of year again, where the dead rise and the spirits abound. Or at least that's what a lot of people believe.

When Christianity emerged as a world religion and began to spread throughout Europe and the Middle East, church officials incorporated some of the long practiced pagan traditions into Christian religious traditions.

This paper outlines how ghosts are used as literary symbols in American gothic literature. It focuses on Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow".

Jean Toomer and Zora Neale Hurston's writing were heavily influenced on the American South and the small southern town.

An analysis of the significance of omens in one of William Shakespeare's most famous plays, Julius Caesar.

Halloween has evolved from a celebration of the New Year and rememberance of the dead to a holiday of fun and mischief.

Is there power behind the black arts and magic?

Belief in spirits is an inherent part of Chinese tradition and culture. The great majority of Chinese people believe in spirits and practice rituals that are often included under the umbrella of the Chinese religion.

Information on the various superstitions that come with the approaching holiday season and how they originated.

This is an article on Halloween superstitions. From the Druids to modern culture, this article is both interesting and funny.