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Fairies in Folklore - Mythology

Comprehensive information resource on fairy folk. Read fairy poetry, get a guide to Gaelic pronunciation, and access a catalog of fairy trails.
  1. Grimm's Fairy Tales

Fairy Tale

Fairy tales describe the fantastical activities of supernatural creatures: elves, gnomes, nymphs, etc. While traditionally intended for children, fairy tales have also been draw into the field of literary theory. And, how many books are based on the story of "Cinderella" and other fairy tales?

The Welsh Fairy Book

Read "The Welsh Fairy Book," by W. Jenkyn Thomas.

Arthur Conan Doyle, Spiritualism, and Fairies

Read Donald E. Simanek's page on "Arthur Conan Doyle, Spiritualism, and Fairies."

The Blue Fairy Book

Read "The Blue Fairy Book," by Andrew Lang.

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