The Magic of the Horse-shoe, with other folk-lore notes

"The Magic of the Horse-Shoe, with Other Folk-Lore Notes" by Robert Means Lawrence is an investigation of old folk stories and widespread beliefs from the past. It looks closely at why people held certain superstitions and customs, spending time on the horse-shoe and its supposed magical protection. Opening the book, the investigation begins by looking at old ways and traditions to show how the horse-shoe went from being an every-day item to a lucky symbol during the time of Queen Elizabeth I, even being given as a sign of respect to her. The book aims to show how things such as the horse-shoe can be both useful and a symbol against evil, with the aim of teaching people about the deep traditional meanings we give ordinary objects.