Irish popular superstitions Author:W. R Wilde This is a collection of Celtic tales and Irish superstitions by Sir William Wilde, father of Oscar Wilde. He was himself the author of more than a dozen books, and here attempts to capture the wit, wisdom and lore of the Irish. There are sections on every aspect of Irish folklore from fairies to festivals. The book deals with witchcraft, prophec... more »ies and curses, ghosts and spirits, and cures and charms.« less