The Fairy Mythology by Thomas Keightley
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"The Fairy Mythology" by Thomas Keightley is a comprehensive exploration of folklore and beliefs surrounding fairies from various cultures, written in the late 19th century. This work delves into how fairy traditions and superstitions have been interwoven into the mythologies of numerous countries, revealing their origins, characteristics, and significance in the human imagination. The text appears to present a scholarly approach to fairy lore, drawing connections between different mythological structures and narratives.
At the start of the volume, the author reflects on his own literary journey and the genesis of this work which stems from his early interest in fairy legends prompted by a friend collecting Irish folklore. He notes the origins of belief in fairies, discussing how people throughout history have attributed unexplained phenomena to the agency of these mythical beings. The opening suggests a blend of philosophical inquiry and folkloric examination, positioning fairies not merely as fanciful beings but as significant figures that shape cultural narratives and human beliefs across different societies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Keightley, Thomas, 1789-1872 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Fairy Mythology Illustrative of the Romance and Superstition of Various Countries |
| Credits |
Produced by Douglas L. Alley, III, Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Subject | Folklore |
| Subject | Fairies |
| Subject | Folk literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 41006 |
| Release Date | Oct 9, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2315 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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