Traditional Meanings:

European (Judeo-Christian)

• Misfortune if see from outside – In your dream you see the address book from outside this shows that your certain requirements and wishes will not be achieved;
• Bigger family if browse for something in it – You are browsing some information in the book, this announces you family growth;
• Losses if find a known name in it – You notice the name that you know somebody with such a name, shows the loss of a long-cherished hope.