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A History of Irish Fairies
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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A History of Irish Fairies
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Perseus
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:128 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 178,Width 137 |
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| Category/Genre | Modern and contemporary fiction (post c 1945) |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780786715398
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| Classifications | Dewey:398.09417 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Avalon Publishing Group
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| Imprint |
Avalon Publishing Group
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| Publication Date |
1 March 2005 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
In this lovely and informative book, Carolyn White delves into one of the most intriguing aspects of Irish folklore, the otherworld of fairies. Whether you're a true believer or not, it's impossible not to be seduced by the details of their universe, as White covers everything from the central question of the numerous varieties of fairies to more detailed inquiries about what they eat, where they live, and what happens when a fairy and a mortal fall in love. This is the ultimate guide to the Wee People, from cluricauns and leprechauns, to Silkies, Banshees, and Pookas. Chapters include: Fairies and the Devil, Fairy Clothes and Appearance, Immortality of Fairies, and How to Provoke a Fairy. Filled with entertaining stories and interesting details, A History of Irish Fairies will delight any reader who has ever been curious about this whimsical facet of Irish culture.
Author Biography
Carolyn White has a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature and has studied in France and traveled extensively in Europe.
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