Superstitions are often dismissed as irrational beliefs—but could some of them have originated from practical observations, health precautions, environmental awareness or social customs? The Science Behind Superstitions Book Series explores familiar Indian beliefs through science, history and logical thinking, helping readers separate meaningful traditional wisdom from fear and misinformation.
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Science Behind Superstitions Book Series
Why do ordinary signs, rituals and coincidences feel so convincing? Explore the science, psychology and possible historical origins behind forty familiar superstitions in this illustrated four-part series by Tushar Sir and Shweta Ma’am.
What Is the Science Behind Superstitions Series?
Science Behind Superstitions is an illustrated educational series that examines familiar beliefs without mocking the people or cultures associated with them. Each chapter explores the belief, its possible practical or historical origin, the relevant scientific explanation, why the idea continues and how extraordinary claims can be tested fairly.
Across four volumes, readers investigate forty different superstitions using concepts from psychology, biology, probability, animal behaviour, health, history and critical thinking.
EXPLORE THE COMPLETE COLLECTION
Four Books. Forty Different Superstitions.
Each volume examines ten completely different beliefs through possible historical origins, psychology, biology, probability and scientific evidence. Choose one volume or explore the complete four-part collection.
PART 1 • CLASSIC SIGNS & OMENS
Science Behind Superstitions – Part 1
Begin the series with ten classic superstitions involving signs, warnings and everyday omens. Discover why coincidences feel meaningful and how confirmation bias keeps these beliefs alive.
- Black cats and bad luck
- Broken mirrors
- Sneezing before leaving
- Owl calls and omens
- Spilling salt
- Five additional beliefs
Format: Kindle eBook Topics: 10 Language: English
PART 2 • BODY, NUMBERS & DESTINY
Science Behind Superstitions – Part 2
Explore superstitions connected with body sensations, unlucky numbers, protective objects and destiny. This volume separates genuine biological processes from predictions about future events.
- Cutting nails after sunset
- The peepal tree after dark
- Lucky horseshoes
- Eye twitching
- Number thirteen & Ringing ears
- Hiccups Gemstones and destiny
Format: Kindle eBook Topics: 10 Language: English
PART 3 • LUCK, ANIMALS & WISHES
Science Behind Superstitions – Part 3
Discover how animals, gestures, wishes and everyday coincidences become linked with money, visitors, journeys and good fortune.
- Lemon and chilli charms
- Sweeping after sunset
- Itchy palms and money
- Crows announcing guests
- Howling dogs
- Sleeping directions
- Crossed fingers
- Knocking on wood
Format: Kindle eBook Topics: 10 Language: English
PART 4 • HOUSEHOLD CUSTOMS
Science Behind Superstitions – Part 4
Examine household traditions involving food, grooming, protective marks and new beginnings. Learn which customs may contain practical wisdom and which claims lack scientific support.
- Whistling after dark
- Opening an umbrella indoors
- Curd and sugar before an important task
- Kajal and the evil eye
- Falling lizards & Milk boiling over
- Weekday haircut restrictions
- Breaking a coconut
Format: Kindle eBook Topics: 10 Language: English
OUR APPROACH
Every Belief Is Explored in Four Simple Steps
- The Belief
Understand what people traditionally believe or practise. - Possible Origin
Explore the historical, cultural or practical conditions behind it. - Scientific Perspective
Examine relevant ideas from health, psychology, nature or everyday science. - Present-Day Understanding
Consider whether the belief remains useful, symbolic, misunderstood or unsupported today.
Who should read these books?
Created for Curious Readers of All Ages
Students and Young Readers
Develop curiosity, scientific awareness and the habit of asking meaningful questions.
Parents and Teachers
Parents and Teachers
Use familiar beliefs to begin thoughtful discussions about science, culture and evidence.
Science Enthusiasts
Explore how scientific ideas can be connected with customs and everyday observations.
Readers Interested in Indian Culture
Understand traditional beliefs through a balanced combination of history, logic and science.
MEET THE AUTHORS
Tushar Sir and Shweta Ma’am are educators and authors committed to making science understandable, engaging and relevant to everyday life.
Through the Science Behind Superstitions Book Series, they encourage readers to explore traditional beliefs with curiosity, cultural sensitivity and a scientific outlook. Their goal is to inspire people—especially young readers—to ask questions, examine evidence and make informed conclusions.
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FAQs
It is a four-part series exploring popular beliefs and superstitions through scientific, historical, psychological and cultural perspectives.
No. The books encourage readers to examine beliefs critically and compare traditional explanations with logic and available scientific understanding.
No. Its purpose is to promote respectful curiosity. Cultural traditions are discussed sensitively without insulting any religion, community or individual.
Yes. The books use accessible language and can help students develop curiosity, scientific awareness and critical-thinking skills.
No. Each volume contains a separate collection of topics and can be read independently. Reading the complete series provides a wider exploration.
The books can be purchased through their individual Amazon listings. Links to every available volume should be added to the book cards on this page.
Yes. Each volume is designed to explore a fresh collection of beliefs without unnecessarily repeating the topics covered in earlier books.
Not always. Some beliefs may have possible practical or historical origins, while others may lack reliable scientific evidence. The series clearly encourages readers to recognise this difference.
READY TO QUESTION THE ORDINARY?
Begin Your Journey from Belief to Understanding
Discover the stories, observations and scientific possibilities hidden behind familiar superstitions. Choose your first volume or explore the complete four-part collection today.
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