The vanishing people: fairy lore and legendsA book of traditional fairy lore. Internationally acclaimed as one of Britain's most respected folklore scholars, Katharine Briggs (1898-1980) was also one of the most popular authors in the field. These selected works provide some of her landmark writings, spanning the whole of her publishing career, from 1959 to 1980. |
Contents
CONTENTS | 7 |
The Origins of Fairy Beliefs | 27 |
House Spirits | 53 |
Copyright | |
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