""The Powder of Sympathy: A Curious Medical Superstition"" by H. Stanley Redgrove is a book that explores the history and practice of a medical superstition that was popular in the 17th century. The superstition was based on the belief that a person could be cured of an ailment by applying a powder made from the blood of a specific animal to a wound or injury. The book delves into the origins of this belief, its popularity, and the various animals that were believed to possess healing powers. The author also examines the scientific reasoning behind the belief and the role it played in the development of modern medicine. The book is a fascinating exploration of a little-known medical practice that sheds light on the superstitions and beliefs of the past. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the cultural practices of the past.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Bygone Beliefs Being a Series of Excursions in the Byways of Thought, by H. Stanley Redgrove. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101568.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.