Fairies
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| Autore: |
Loh-Hagan Virginia
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| Titolo: |
Fairies
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| Pubblicazione: | Ann Arbor : , : Cherry Lake Publishing, , 2017 |
| ©2017 | |
| Edizione: | 1st ed. |
| Descrizione fisica: | 1 online resource (36 pages) |
| Disciplina: | 398.21 |
| Soggetto topico: | Fairies |
| Mythology | |
| Nota di contenuto: | Cover -- Table of Contents -- Believing in Magic -- Pixie Powers -- Fairy Fumbles -- Fairies and Beyond -- Tales of Fairies -- Did You Know? -- Consider This! -- Learn More -- Glossary -- Index -- About the Author. |
| Sommario/riassunto: | This book explores the fascinating world of fairies, focusing on their representation in European folklore and mythology. It examines their physical characteristics, magical powers, and interactions with humans, including their roles as both benevolent and mischievous supernatural beings. The text delves into the historical shift from magical beliefs to religious perspectives, which influenced perceptions of fairies as either good or evil entities. Through engaging explanations, the book highlights the cultural significance of fairies in storytelling and imagination, while emphasizing their mythical nature. It is intended for readers interested in folklore, mythology, and the enduring allure of magical creatures. |
| Titolo autorizzato: | Fairies |
| ISBN: | 9781634722131 |
| 1634722132 | |
| Formato: | Materiale a stampa  |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione: | Inglese |
| Record Nr.: | 9910154840203321 |
| Lo trovi qui: | Univ. Federico II |
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Serie:
Magic, Myth, and Mystery