Fortuna: The Sacred and Profane Faces of Luck

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Fortuna: The Sacred and Profane Faces of Luck - Nigel Pennick Nigel Pennick traces the evolution of luck from sacred divination to modern gambling, revealing how chance has been ritualised across cultures. Examines dice oracles, geomancy, dream books, and cheating practices, offering a fascinating look at how humans have tried to influence fate.

Fortuna: The Sacred and Profane Faces of Luck - Nigel Pennick Nigel Pennick traces the evolution of luck from sacred divination to modern gambling, revealing how chance has been ritualised across cultures. Examines dice oracles, geomancy, dream books, and cheating practices, offering a fascinating look at how humans have tried to influence fate.