This classic and thoroughly delightful reference explores the origins of superstitions. You'll discover the origins behind charms, spells, fairy lore and legend, folk remedies and customs of birth, marriage, and death. This collection will be a staple in your library for years and generations to come. Edwin and Mona A. Radford were a British husband and wife writing team who published prolifically from the 1940s through 1970s. They were known for their murder-mystery series of novels about the fictional Inspector Manson.