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 A Midsummer Night's
Faery Tale
by Wendy Froud, Terri Windling
In a forest called the Old
Oak Wood, early on a rosy summer's morn, a young faery named Sneezle
wakes in his nest to the clear music of pipes and the warm smell
of the sun. At dusk tonight, the Midsummer Eve festivities will
begin -- a time of potent magic in the faery realm. But just what
will take place remains a mystery, for every year young Sneezle
has fallen asleep. Something wonderful will happen, he knows --
or perhaps something dreadful and strange, for the faeries have
two sides to their natures. Something wonderful, something strange...In
this enchanting collaboration between renowned doll maker Wendy
Froud and award-winning writer Terri Windling, Sneezle's Old Oak
Wood comes vividly alive with the magical denizens of the faery
kingdom: a fatherly old troll dispensing wisdom from deep in his
burrow; faery godmothers washing fragile wings; Titania and Oberon,
the great lovers who rule over this faery kingdom; and a host
of piskies, pookas, enchanted beasts, and darker spirits.
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Fairy Garden
: Fairies of the Four Seasons
by Tom Cross, Constance Barkley Lewis
From the Inside Flap:
Once upon a time, only those who truly believed in fairies
could see them dancing across the lawn, balancing upon a twisted
limb, or frolicking among the flowers. But now, everyone can
discover fairy mag ic,
thanks to the cleverly creative work of illustrator Tom Cross
and the clever verse of Constance Barkley Lewis. In Fairy
Garden: Fairies of the Four Seasons, Cross leads a sensory
tour of one of the most magical places on Earth, the wonderful
world of lavish gardens and fragrant blooms. There, nestled
among the tender petals, live the garden fairies, childlike
in their innocence yet wise to the ways of nature's blossoming
mysteries. Fairy Garden includes more than 45 images, with
fairies for every season. Cross employs his digital wizardry
to create these unique and lifelike displays with the same
skill he uses to design his limited-edition lithographs. The
effects are astounding; the sense of light and color breathtaking.
Consider the boylike fairy with gossamer wings resting gently
in the cupped petals of a soft peach rose, as pearls of dew
glimmer in the morning rays of sun. Another tinywaif dusts
the bloom of a brilliant yellow chrysanthemum hiding. This
kaleidoscopic book will charm both children and adults with
its delightful images and endless imaginative stories sprouting
from their blooms.
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The Great Encyclopedia
of Faeries
by Pierre Dubois, Claudine Sabatier (Illustrator), Roland Sabatier
(Illustrator)
note from Salome:This
graphic does this book no justice. It's beautifully illustrated
and crammed full of information!
They are known as the Little
People, the Beautiful Maidens, the Godmothers, the  Blessed,
the Ageless Ones...for it is dangerous to say the name "faeries"
without good reason. Ruling over earth, air, fire, and water,
they protect forests, animals, and children, and in their hands
lie the dreamy souls of all creatures. The faeries rose from
the mist long, long ago, in the time of the Golden Age -- well
before the creation of gods and men. In their magical fancy
they created the singing grasses and the reflection of springs,
the music of legends and the far side of the mirror. From the
Valkyries of Valhalla to the Babouchka of Russia, Banshees,
Dryads, Bogey Beasts, Sirens, and their ilk populate the imaginations
and the forests of every culture. In this comprehensive celebration
of the world of faery, renowned French elficologist Pierre Dubois
describes the extraordinary richness of the faery kingdom, presenting
dozens and dozens of lushly illustrated entries on the most
powerful and enchanting denizens of this magical world. Dubois
provides readers with authoritative information detailing the
customs, habitat, and activities of these Little People. Faery
Godmothers, we discover, were originally tall, distinguished,
and rather severe; only recently have they taken up the magic
wands and cheerful smiles we know them for today. We learn that
the favorite foods of the Arthurian faery Viviane are the blackberries
that surround Merlin's tomb. And among the customs and activities
of the Bogey Beast, the prime goal is indeed to scare little
children...if only for their protection. Dubois's entrancing
descriptions are accompanied by Roland and Claudine Sabatier's
marvelous illustrations, which depict the appearance of the
faeries, the places where they are found, and their familiar
objects. Without revealing any faery confidences (which must
never be betrayed), Dubois and the Sabatiers have created a
comprehensive and utterly enchanting survey of a magical world
as old as time.
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How to See Fairies
by Charles Van Sandwyk
Book Description
HOW TO SEE FAIRIES is a delightful treasure chest brimming with
fairy-inspired goodies: a gorgeous illustrated book, a blank
journal in which to record your own fairy sightings, three note
cards, a mini poster, and a bookmark. Its nostalgic artwork
combined with its contemporary, updated packaging make it a
great gift for all ages. Keepsake box includes a full-color
32-page book, a 32-page fill-in journal, three note cards with
envelopes, a bookmark, and a mini poster. Charles van Sandwyk
is an author and illustrator who lives part of the year in the
Fiji Islands, where the tropical setting furnishes inspiration
for his unique art. He has exhibited his work in galleries around
the world.
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about it, click on the picture of the book.
 Flower Fairies
: The Meaning of Flowers
by Cicely Mary Barker (Illustrator),
Frederick Warne (Photographer)
A collection of flower mythology and plant lore lists each
flower alphabetically with its meanings, medicinal properties,
related superstitions, and recipes for ancient magic spells,
complemented by illustrations of the Flower Fairies.
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 Believing
in Faeries
by Marcia Zina Mager, Tom Cross (Illustrator)
Book Description
A modern day instruction manual directly from the mystical realm
itself. Beautifully illustrated with fairy art from a master.
The author, Marcia Zina Mager , February 24, 2000 How I came
to write this book... In my wildest literary dreams,I never
expected to write a book about faeries. But in 1992 when I moved
to Hawaii from New York City the strangest thing began happening:
the flowers and trees started talking to me -- and Believing
in Faeries was born. What I've discovered is that faeries are
nature spirits. And their sole purpose on earth is to nurture
and support our natural surroundings. Their realm is as real
as cloud banks and morning dew. All of us, at some point, have
had contact with their realm. It doesn't matter whether you're
a business person, factory worker, or farmer. Each of us has
walked in a beautiful park, tended a few plants,or camped in
the woods. During those times, we've all felt or sensed something
peaceful, almost mystical. That's their kingdom. All they want
from us is to relate to them and to our surroundings with genuine
kindness. Believing in Faeries is a glimpse into their extraordinary
world, filled with truths and principles that can help us transform
our lives. With the new millennium upon us, and all our environmental
challenges, we need to forge a new relationship with this amazing
realm. Our destiny as a planet depends on it.
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