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The Little Encyclopedia of Fairies
An A-to-Z Guide to Fae Magic
Brief Description
From the mountains of Northern Italy to the remote forests of Nigeria, diverse fairies from around the world come together in this little encyclopedia . . . Naughty and nice, unpredictable and typically tiny, fairies remain one of the most enduring folk creatures, featuring in mythologies...
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The first of two titles in a new series called The Little Encyclopedia of Mythological Creatures, this pocket-size (5 x 7) encyclopedia features diverse fairies from around the world that have charmed our imaginations for centuries, boasting a gift-forward package that is perfect for fans of mythology, folklore, and cottage core.
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Description
From the mountains of Northern Italy to the remote forests of Nigeria, diverse fairies from around the world come together in this little encyclopedia . . .
Naughty and nice, unpredictable and typically tiny, fairies remain one of the most enduring folk creatures, featuring in mythologies across cultures and throughout history. The Little Encyclopedia of Fairies rounds up more than 90 fairies from around the world, including:
- The Alux, a fairy of Mayan legend whom farmers called on for rain.
- The Banshee, a fairy of Irish lore whose cries were associated with death.
- The Hulijing, a fairy from Chinese mythology, who could shape-shift into a fox.
- The Yumbo, a silver-haired Senegalese fairy, who dances in moonlight.
And so many more! With detailed illustrations throughout, this book offers a fun and information-packed guide to these small yet powerful beings.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780762484836
Publisher: Running Press,U.S.
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 29 February 2024
Country: United States
Imprint: Running Press Adult
Illustration: 75 detailed one-color illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 14.0mm
Width: 126.0mm
Height: 182.0mm
Weight: 200g
Pages: 144
About the Author
Ojo Opanike is a writer from Ogbomoso, Nigeria, living in Atlanta, Georgia. He writes short stories and essays on Nigerian music and visual arts and spends all his time thinking about masquerades.
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