Animal Folklore: From Black Cats to White Horses

By: Edward F. Dolan

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Synopsis: From our earliest days, we have had a unique relationship with animals. We have made them deities, empowering them with magic. We have worked them, sharing our toil and sweat in the fields. We have nurtured them, holding the pain of the world at bay. And with this special bond has come folklore: words, phrases, beliefs, and stories that have always influenced our lives. Now, in this exciting compendium of bon mots, history, myths, and tales, you'll learn: The reasons why we hold black cats in superstitious awe Myths surrounding snakes, bats, spiders, and birds of the forest Comments, proverbs, rhymes, and beliefs about dogs and cats, field and barnyard animals, horses, woodland creatures, and insects The connections between horseshoes and good luck, geese and gold, animal bones and medical treatment, and more Animal expressions and their roots, such as "It's raining cats and dogs" and "He's like an elephant, he never forgets" And many more!