Explore the mystical traditions of the Slavic and African peoples in a collection that emphasizes the visual and the magical. The tales are populated by strange beasts and enchanted objects, guiding readers through landscapes that are both familiar and alien. It offers a distinct narrative flavor, focusing on the virtues of kindness and the mysteries of fate. The volume is a treasure trove for tho...
Andrew Lang - The Violet Fairy Book
The Violet Fairy Book
Andrew Lang
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Explore the mystical traditions of the Slavic and African peoples in a collection that emphasizes the visual and the magical. The tales are populated by strange beasts and enchanted objects, guiding readers through landscapes that are both familiar and alien. It offers a distinct narrative flavor, focusing on the virtues of kindness and the mysteries of fate. The volume is a treasure trove for those seeking stories that step outside the conventional European canon.