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Title:
Fairy Circles
Tales and Legends of Giants, Dwarfs, Fairies, Water-Sprites, and Hobgoblins
Note: Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents: Barbarossa's youthful dream -- King Laurin -- The dwarf of Venice -- Rhine gold: a tale of the Nibelungen -- The friendship of the dwarfs -- The flower of Iceland -- The sea-fairy -- The faithful goblin -- The fallen bell -- The last home of the giants.
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Summary: "Fairy Circles" by Villamaria is a collection of tales and legends focused on fantastical beings such as giants, dwarfs, fairies, water-sprites, and hobgoblins, likely written in the late 19th century. This enchanting work delves into various stories that celebrate folklore and mythology, inviting readers to explore the mystical realms alongside characters, such as the young prince Frederick and his beloved Gela, who embody themes of love, sacrifice, and the trials of duty. At the start of the collection, the narrative unfolds with "Barbarossa's Youthful Dream," introducing the young prince Frederick, who cherishes the freedom of the forest and the secret love he holds for Gela, daughter of a retainer. As the prince prepares to join a crusade, Gela is forced to make a heart-wrenching sacrifice for his future, leading to a poignant farewell that shapes their destinies. This initial chapter establishes the tone for the interwoven tales of ambition, loss, and hope, seamlessly blending historical elements with fantastical storytelling that promises to engage anyone with a love for fairy tales and folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Villamaria, 1830-1895
EBook No.: 39560
Published: Apr 28, 2012
Downloads: 80
Language: English
Subject: Fairy tales
Subject: Legends
Subject: Children's stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Fairy Circles
Tales and Legends of Giants, Dwarfs, Fairies, Water-Sprites, and Hobgoblins
Note: Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents: Barbarossa's youthful dream -- King Laurin -- The dwarf of Venice -- Rhine gold: a tale of the Nibelungen -- The friendship of the dwarfs -- The flower of Iceland -- The sea-fairy -- The faithful goblin -- The fallen bell -- The last home of the giants.
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Matthew Wheaton and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Fairy Circles" by Villamaria is a collection of tales and legends focused on fantastical beings such as giants, dwarfs, fairies, water-sprites, and hobgoblins, likely written in the late 19th century. This enchanting work delves into various stories that celebrate folklore and mythology, inviting readers to explore the mystical realms alongside characters, such as the young prince Frederick and his beloved Gela, who embody themes of love, sacrifice, and the trials of duty. At the start of the collection, the narrative unfolds with "Barbarossa's Youthful Dream," introducing the young prince Frederick, who cherishes the freedom of the forest and the secret love he holds for Gela, daughter of a retainer. As the prince prepares to join a crusade, Gela is forced to make a heart-wrenching sacrifice for his future, leading to a poignant farewell that shapes their destinies. This initial chapter establishes the tone for the interwoven tales of ambition, loss, and hope, seamlessly blending historical elements with fantastical storytelling that promises to engage anyone with a love for fairy tales and folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Villamaria, 1830-1895
EBook No.: 39560
Published: Apr 28, 2012
Downloads: 80
Language: English
Subject: Fairy tales
Subject: Legends
Subject: Children's stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.