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The Gipsy Fortune Teller / Containing: Judgment for the 29 Days of the Moon, the Signification of Moles, and the Art of Telling Fortunes by Dice, Dominoes, &c., &c. cover

The Gipsy Fortune Teller / Containing: Judgment for the 29 Days of the Moon, the Signification of Moles, and the Art of Telling Fortunes by Dice, Dominoes, &c., &c.

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A nineteenth‑century handbook of folk divination that compiles lunar birth judgments, bodily omen readings, and techniques for predicting fortunes from dice, dominoes, and similar games. It gives day‑by‑day character sketches and life prospects for births on each of the 29 lunar days, listing temperaments, health risks, likely marriage ages, fortunate years, and recommended activities or trades. Additional sections explain the meaning of moles and offer procedural guidance for interpreting dice, dominoes, and practical signs to guide decisions and everyday affairs.

About the Author

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W. Parker

W. Parker is an author known for his work in the realm of fortune-telling and divination. His notable book, "The Gipsy Fortune Teller," explores various methods of predicting the future, including interpretations based on the lunar calendar, the significance of moles, and techniques for reading fortunes through dice and dominoes. This work reflects a fascination with the mystical and the esoteric, contributing to the literary heritage of popular fortune-telling practices in the 19th century.

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