Swan Maidens

By Edwin Sidney Hartland

Book Overview

Swan Maidens by Edwin Sidney Hartland is a collection of traditional folktales from various cultures around the world. The book explores the theme of swan maidens, which are mythical creatures that can transform from swans into human form. The tales featured in the book are retold by the author and offer a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of different societies. The stories are filled with adventure, magic, and romance, and they often convey important moral lessons. Some of the tales included in the book are ""The Children of Lir"" from Ireland, ""The Swan Maiden"" from Germany, and ""The Seven Swans"" from Denmark. The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in folklore and mythology, and it is suitable for readers of all ages.THIS 84 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Science of Fairy Tales, by Edwin Sidney Hartland. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076614934X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425457207
• ISBN13: 9781425457204
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"