The Divining Rod is a book written by S. Baring-Gould that explores the history, science, and folklore surrounding the use of divining rods. The book is divided into several sections, each of which delves into a different aspect of divining rods. The first section provides an overview of the history of divining rods, tracing their use back to ancient times and examining their role in various cultures and religions. The second section focuses on the science behind divining rods, exploring the theories and experiments that have been conducted to explain their effectiveness. The third section looks at the various types of divining rods and their uses, including water divining, mineral divining, and dowsing for lost objects. The final section of the book examines the controversies and debates surrounding the use of divining rods, including the skepticism of modern science and the claims of those who believe in their power. Throughout the book, Baring-Gould draws on a wide range of sources, including historical records, scientific studies, and personal experiences, to provide a comprehensive and engaging exploration of this fascinating topic.THIS 44 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Curious Myths of the Middle Ages, by S. Baring-Gould. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564596516.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.