The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries
W. Y. Evans-Wentz
(Author)
Description
This collection of reports of elfin creatures in Wales, Ireland, Scotland, and Brittany ranks among the most scholarly works ever published on the subject. The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries begins with the author's account of firsthand testimony from living sources, classified under individual countries and introduced by leading authorities on anthropology and folklore. The next section concerns the recorded traditions of Celtic literature and mythology, followed by an examination of a variety of theories and their religious aspects. The book concludes with a remarkably rational case for the reality of fairy life. Narrated with an engaging sense of wonder, this volume offers a valuable resource for students of anthropology and Celtic lore, as well as hours of delightful reading for fairy enthusiasts.Product Details
Price
$22.95
$21.34
Publisher
Dover Publications
Publish Date
November 02, 2011
Pages
560
Dimensions
5.36 X 1.08 X 8.58 inches | 1.24 pounds
Language
English
Type
Paperback
EAN/UPC
9780486425221
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