THE FORTUNE-TELLING BOOK OF DREAMS
A.M. McCloud
Illustrations by Jason Schneider
Text 2008 Chronicle Books LLC.
Illustrations 2008 Jason Schneider.
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ABANDONMENT
If youve observed the abandonment of another person, expect news that will have a significant impact on your life. If you are abandoned, anticipate a major life change.
ABBREVIATION
If you see words abbreviated in your dream or hear abbreviated words spoken, expect financial or social distress.
ABDOMEN
To dream that you have pain in your abdomen is a portent of the contraryyour success due to good health. However, to dream your abdomen in exposed is a warning that you may be betrayed by a trusted friend.
ABDUCTION
If you are abducted in your dream, you will be successful in a new venture, be it social or professional. If someone else is abducted, anticipate surprising news.
ABNORMAL
If you dream of something that is truly out of the ordinarya cat that barks, a person with four arms, a tree thats blueyou will soon resolve a problem that has caused you much worry.
ABROAD
A dream where you are abroad or are going abroad suggests that you will soon travel with friends.
ABSTINENCE
Abstaining from tempting behaviors out of necessity is a sign of good fortune.
ABUNDANCE
A warning. If you dream of having numerous possessions, save your resources for hard times to come.
ACCELERATOR
To press on a car accelerator indicates that you will achieve a long sought-after goal due to unyielding effort.
ACCENT
To hear yourself or others speak in a foreign accent foretells an unpredicted trip brought about by unexpected news.
ACCIDENT
This is a warning dream. Avoid any mode of transport for 24 hours and any unnecessary travel for several weeks.
ACCOUNTANT
For women who dream of loving an accountant, this dream predicts an unhappy but financially advantageous union.
ACCUSE
To be accused of some offense is a warning to beware of people who try to charm and flatter you. Their intentions are not true.
ACE
The ace of hearts is a harbinger of success in affairs of the heart. The ace of diamonds is a sign of good fortune in all things concerning money. The ace of spades indicates gratuitous labor. The ace of clubs signifies dishonor.
ACHE
To dream of having an ache is a sign that someone else is capitalizing on and profiting from your ideas.
ACHIEVEMENT
An auspicious omen. A dream of achievement indicates success and achievement in waking life.
ACORNS
Acorns in a dream are a harbinger of success and prosperity in your future.
ACQUAINTANCE
You will receive money that is owed to you or find something that you thought lost if you dream of making a new acquaintance or reuniting with a past one.
ACTING
To dream of acting on stage is a sign of change to come. It can also indicate that you need to be more aggressive in order to achieve your goals.
ADDRESS
Those who write out a personal address in their dreams should avoid gambling of any kind. If you hear an address, use discretion when discussing personal matters.
ADMIRE
If you dream of being admired, you are simply projecting your desire to be admired in waking life.
ADOPTION
To dream of adopting a child indicates that a measured risk will yield significant returns.
ADORE
Adoration in a dream is a portent of a happy, contented future. If the adoration is obsessive or unhealthy, however, trouble looms.
ADRIFT
To be adrift on a boat suggests indecision and conflicted feelings regarding a current problem. If you make it to shore, you will solve your issue.
ADULTERY
A sign of anxiety. If you commit adultery, anticipate confrontations with family, friends, and colleagues. If you are tempted but resist, you will be faced with many setbacks but will eventually move beyond them.
ADVERSARY
To interact with a rival or adversary suggests that you will face short-lived difficulties but will easily overcome them.
ADVERTISEMENT
If you find yourself reading advertisements, prepare for defeat by your foes.
ADVICE
To dream that you are receiving advice is a portent of great success in love. If you are giving advice, expect disputes with friends.
AFFECTION
Quiet affection foretells a pleasant domestic life and gratifying personal relationships.
AFFLUENCE
An auspicious omen that predicts increased income and alleviation of financial stresses.
AFRAID
To dream you are afraid foretells fearlessness and courage in your waking life.
AFTERNOON
Dreams that occur in the afternoon are generally more auspicious than those that take place at other times of day.
AGE
To see older people in your dream is a favorable omen. Expect a spell of good luck.
AGREEMENT
Signing an agreement in your dream foretells financial trouble. Take care when dealing with money matters.
AIR
To breathe fresh, clean air is a harbinger of success. If the air is clouded in any way, wait several days to make any major decisions.
AIRPLANE
To find yourself piloting an airplane is a sign of great achievement at work. If you are merely traveling by airplane, anticipate an increased income.
AISLE
If you dream of standing in the aisle of a public place, you will soon be faced with an important decision.
ALARM
To hear any type of alarm in your dream signals a period of big thrills and big profits.
ALCOHOL
Alcohol, if consumed in moderation, is an omen of success. If, however, alcohol is abused in your dream, it indicates forthcoming failure and embarrassment.
ALIBI
In general, if an alibi is offered in defense of an alleged offensive, anticipate marital strife.