The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries

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The book offers a comprehensive exploration of Celtic fairy beliefs, drawing on folklore, history, anthropology, and psychology. Central to the work is the author's extensive ethnographic fieldwork, which sheds light on these traditions during a transformative period in modern history. It includes detailed studies of fairy faith across regions such as Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Brittany, and the Isle of Man, providing valuable insights into the cultural significance and variations of fairy beliefs within Celtic societies.