The Mystique, Magic, Myths and Superstitions of Mirrors
“I looked in the mirror and what did I see…”
What does one see when one looks in a mirror? Is it merely as the song says “…A nine stone weakling with knobbly knees…” Or is there more to be seen in a mirror than one’s own reflection?
Mirrors have a certain mystique about them, which gives rise to beliefs, magic, myths, legends and superstitions.
Amongst many things they have been seen as a “tool of the devil”, a “catcher” of the soul, a harbinger of things to come, a portal to another dimension and a source of bad luck.
But what are these beliefs myths and superstitions and where do they come from?
Heartache and Hate
My Creative writing teacher sent us to a site to play a game called JackPoe! takes three random Edgar Allen Poe topics and makes them the subjects of your story. I got a Dungeon, a Prisoner, and a Mysterious Illness, this is a little uneven, but let me know wat you think. Wasn’t sure on the title of this either so offer any suggestions please.
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An article.
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A Halloween Murder Mystery Script: Michael’s Message
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Urban Legends
What are they? where did they come from? I think we all know one!






















