In China, accidentally break plates symbol be safe all the year. In Portugese, spilling wine on a table brings good fortune and happiness to the household. In Irish, when the sparks fly out of the fire, it is a sign that you will get money. In Vietnam if a baby is said to be cute, evil spirits will be tempted to come and whisk them away, so if people don’ praise your baby, or they would say your baby is “ugly-cute “that is a good thing. In Russian, bird droppings are a sign of great things to come. In Serbia, people think if you bite your tongue or cheek by accident, your granny is planning to bake for you. Chinese take bats nesting in your home as a sign that you too will prosper. Close Back Fire Backfire explores seemingly unlucky events by illustrating the surprising origins and benefits behind diverse superstitious beliefs from around the world. Zoe Shen @ ..... wjssjye@gmail.com 2020 Wynne Rodgers Zuna Amir