Drawing from a rich trove of Celtic and Western European traditions, Tales of Fairies and of the Ghost World presents a compelling collection of lore surrounding the elusive beings known as fairies. Jeremiah Curtin explores their varied identities-as spirits, supernatural creatures, or remnants of ancient peoples-through a lens shaped by centuries of belief and oral tradition.
With meticulous attention to how these beings were perceived and feared, the book examines protections against fairy mischief, such as the use of iron or charms, and recounts chilling stories of abduction and changelings.
Positioned within the broader context of medieval romance and folklore, these accounts reveal a complex mythology that blurs the line between the natural and supernatural. Offering readers both cultural insight and narrative intrigue, this volume serves as an essential window into how communities once understood the unseen forces shaping their world.
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Höhe: 203 mm
Breite: 133 mm
Dicke: 10 mm
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978-1-397-66787-8 (9781397667878)
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Jeremiah Curtin (1835-1906) was a pioneering American folklorist, linguist, and world traveler with a deep passion for capturing the vanishing voices of ancient cultures. Born to Irish immigrant parents in Wisconsin, Curtin grew up with a fierce connection to the storytelling traditions of his ancestors-a connection that would shape his life's work.Fluent in more than a dozen languages, Curtin journeyed across Ireland in the late 19th century, collecting oral tales directly from native Irish speakers-farmers, fishermen, and storytellers who had inherited legends passed down for generations. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Curtin didn't just transcribe stories-he honored their rhythm, their mystery, and their raw power.Hero-Tales of Ireland is the vivid result of that work: a collection of ancient Irish myths retold with both scholarly respect and narrative flair. Through his efforts, Curtin preserved a priceless piece of Ireland's mythic soul and brought the courage, magic, and wit of Irish heroes to readers around the world.
