The World of the Fae : A compendium of fairies & fae magic

Welcome to the mesmerizing world of the Fae Folk and discover everything you ever wanted to know about the history and origins of faerie folklore. The perfect gift for Romantasy fans everywhere.

"Come away, O human child!To the waters and the wildWith a faery, hand in handFor the world's more full of weeping than you can understand." - William Butler YeatsEvery mortal stepping into fairy lands needs a guide to the strange and wonderful inhabitants of the world of the Fae. Magical, mysterious and mischievous in equal measure, these otherworldly beings never fail to capture the imagination. Fae Folk appear in myths, legends and your favourite Romantasy read; healing or harming, seducing or protecting, blurring the line between the living world and the otherworld. All around the globe we tell fairy tales of beguiling beings‚ some no bigger than a thimble and others, mighty, terrifying and awesome· The ancient Greeks called them nymphs‚ the Irish called them the Sidhe‚ the Scandinavians called them the Huldrefolk. They can flutter through moonlit skies‚ tunnel deep into the earth‚ swim in the seas‚ and even dance in the firelight·The Fae Folk have existed in the mortal realm and in folklore since time began·Step into the spellbinding World of the Fae with this essential guide, where you will be introduced to a myriad of capricious creatures - from kelpies, naiads and mermaids to pixies, leprechauns and the vila. You will learn about the culture and customs of the Fae, and even how to perform spells to attract them for good luck, wealth and love - gaining a magical understanding into the power of Fae and their immortal world. Content includes:- Fairy Realms- Fairy Festivals- Water Fairies- Air Fairies- Fire Fairies- Earth Fairies- Tree Fairies- Weather Fairies