The Enchanted Isles: The True History, Folklore, and Living Magic of England's Fairies
The Enchanted Isles: The True History, Folklore, and Living Magic of England's Fairies
By Tracey Wagstaff
Enter a world shaped by ancient myth, deep nature, and the mysterious presence of the fair folk. This book reveals the hidden kingdoms that once stood beside our own, exploring the beings who guarded forests, walked beneath moonlight, and watched over sacred wells and hills since time beyond memory.
Within these pages you will explore
- The true origins of the fair folk and their earliest appearances in human history
- The tall radiant elves of the old isles, guardians of knowledge and starlight
- Forest spirits, river beings, and tree guardians who shaped the natural world
- Moonlit night wanderers, cloaked watchers, and the darker mysteries of the fae
- Courts of light and shadow, each with its own laws, powers, and territories
- Sacred wells, ancient trees, and enchanted landscapes linked to otherworldly presence
- The great retreat of the fair folk, and the reasons they withdrew from daily human life
- Modern places where the veil still thins, and the subtle signs that reveal their nearness
The Enchanted Isles offers a full journey through myth, folklore, and living earth mysteries, revealing how the fair folk shaped the land and how the land still carries their echo today.
This book is perfect for readers who love
- Fairy folklore and deep myth
- Nature spirits and enchanted landscapes
- Elves, fae courts, and ancient magic
- Legends of hidden realms and forgotten pathways
- Atmospheric fantasy worlds grounded in real lore
Complete with two appendices detailing the many kinds of fae and the timeless etiquette of the otherworld, this is a treasure for anyone who feels drawn to magic, earth wisdom, and the mysterious presence that lingers in quiet places.
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