The Wind Faries and Other Tales: Classic Literary Fairy Tales
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This book, titled “The Wind Fairies and Other Tales,” contains nine different stories. The first story, The Windfairies, was written by Mary De Morgan as a gift to Margaret Burne-Jones’s children were the first to have heard the tales.
There is a certain quaintness and moral purpose to each of the stories. There are hints of the supernatural in “Dumb Othmar,” with Hulda’s hallucinatory search for her lover’s lost voice accompanied by a glittering green snake. In contrast, the protagonist of “Vain Kesta” prioritizes material gain over romantic attachment.
In the early 19th century, when many people were fighting for civil rights and social justice, each story is set in a different time and place. Written with purpose, Mary De Moran started out telling stories to the children of her friends, and eventually published three collections of fairy tales: On a Pincushion and Other Tales (1877), The Necklace of Princess Fiorimonde (1880), and The Windfaires (1890). (1900).
Nine of her most renowned stories, included in this book:
- THE WINDFAIRIES
- VAIN KESTA
- THE POOL AND THE TREE
- NANINA’S SHEEP
- THE GYPSY’S CUP
- THE STORY OF A CAT
- DUMB OTHMAR
- THE RAIN MAIDEN
- THE PLOUGHMAN AND THE GNOME
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Praise for this book
5.0 out of 5 stars
A delightful find of (almost) ancient tales.
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2023
The stories in this collection are beautifully written, with a lyrical quality that captures the reader's imagination. The themes of the tales are universal, such as the importance of kindness, courage, and determination. Each story is unique and captivating, with unexpected twists and turns that kept me engaged. The language of 1900 increases the magic of these tales. Some similarity to Brothers Grimm tales but with more interesting story lines.
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Thrilling Adventure Awaits!
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2023
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If you're ready for an electrifying journey through the realms of fantasy, "The Wind Fairies and Other Tales: Classic Literary Fairy Tales" is your ticket to excitement! This captivating book unfolds like a treasure chest of nine enchanting stories, each one a gem waiting to dazzle your imagination.Prepare to be swept away by "The Windfairies," the tale that started it all. Mary De Morgan's gift to Margaret Burne-Jones's children is a magical beginning to a world of wonder.
But that's just the beginning! These stories are more than words on a page; they are portals to worlds where the supernatural dances with reality. "Dumb Othmar" will have you on the edge of your seat as Hulda embarks on a hallucinatory quest accompanied by a mesmerizing green serpent.