"In a parallel world, alongside humankind, live the children of Nature - the Daoine Sidhe, the Sith, the Tuatha de Danann, the Twylth Teg - the faery folk . . ." Thus begins our journey into the enchanted forest where we are taken by the hand to peer under mushroom caps, discern the play of shadows on morning dew, and listen to the tuneful piping of music in the air only to discover that the faery world has much to teach us.
In this insightful, well-researched paean to the faery way of life, we learn how faeries think, sleep, eat, dream, love, and misbehave. Some are experts at survival and adaptation; some embody strength and courage; still others are utilitarian and industrious. But all faeries have one thing in common - they exude playfulness and enchantment.
Illuminated with country proverbs and rhyme as well as the words of world-class faery enthusiasts such as the celebrated poet William Butler Yeats, and the bard of Ballyshannon, William Allingham, the faery life emerges in vivid detail. Author Lori Eisenkraft-Palazzola has shown with sensitivity and wonder how to speak and understand the language of the faeries.
Exquisitely illustrated from the vast archives of faery paintings showing the mythic faery realms, the historical worlds of the Arthurian legends and Victorian age, and faery depiction in our own modern era, this volume promises to restore your childlike wonder of the world and strengthen your belief in magic and dreams. Here at last readers will find a pathway to the faery realm that sprinkles enchantment into reality and enriches and touches our lives. A comprehensive bibliography and sources section provides readers with information about finding faery gifts, artwork, and accessories.
