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The Wizard's Book of Spells
In a new small format, this highly illustrated, enchanting journey through the history and traditions of wizardry takes readers from Merlin to Gandalf, and offers practical spells to tryThe story of magic and its famous practitioners is told in thisenchanting compendium of magical lore.It exploresthe secrets of ancient sorcerers, the practices of medieval alchemists, and the rituals of modern magicians; and itreveals how lucky talismans work, suggests tools for successful spell-casting, and resolves the riddles that surround sacred sites and ceremonial magic. Along the way it introduces the most remarkable wizards in history and fiction, from the evil sorceress Circeto Professor Dumbledore. Specially commissioned paintings by Robert Ingpen, as well as works by artists such as Bosch and Goya, Arthur Rackham's atmospheric book illustrations, medieval woodcuts, and extraordinary engravings of arcana are all featured.Beautifullybound with specially paddedcovers, thisis the perfect gift for fantasy fans and budding alchemists young and old."
The Faeryland Companion
From folk mythology and classical theatre to contemporary film and dance, the mischievous and playful faery has fascinated mankind for thousands of years. These intriguing and ethereal creatures, with the myths and legends that surround them, have never ceased to inspire artists and ilustrators.
Monster Stories
A hilariously horrible book of tales and rhymes. 7 yrs+
European Travel for the Monstrous Gentlewoman
In the sequel to the Nebula finalist The Strange Case of the Alchemist’s Daughter, Mary Jekyll and the rest of the daughters of mad scientists from literature embark on a madcap adventure across Europe to rescue another monstrous girl and stop the Alchemical Society’s nefarious plans once and for all. Mary Jekyll’s life has been peaceful since she helped Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson solve the Whitechapel Murders. Beatrice Rappaccini, Catherine Moreau, Justine Frankenstein, and Mary’s sister Diana Hyde have settled into the Jekyll household in London, and although they sometimes quarrel, the members of the Athena Club get along as well as any five young women with very different per...
Silly Stories
"A collection of supreme silliness is packed with nutty creations of every shape and size. The colorful tales of flying elephants and smelly kings, underwater talent shows and singing bank robbers will have you holding your sides with laughter. With tales and rhymes to make you wonder this stupendously silly book is just great when bedtime beckons!"--Page 4 cover
The Faery Garden
A delightfulnew gift edition collects everythingthere isto know about faeriesfrom history and superstitions to famous faeries andinstructions for creatinga faery dellThe mostpopular image of Faeryland is of an enchanted garden, a flowering mini-paradise secretlyblossoming in the heart of nature.This captivating book traces the historical origins of the faery garden with the help of "eyewitness" accounts from folk tales and evocative descriptions from poets and playwrights. It offers faery spells for both good and evil, explores "faery rings" and other mysterious natural phenomena, celebrates the charm of the flower faeries, andprovides instructions onplanning and plantinga faery garden. Notes on how to create the kind of faery garden that Titania might have enjoyed in "A Midsummer Night's Dream"include a plan to recreate her flowery bank, a magic potions and healing garden, and a meditation water garden within a magic grove. Theenchanting text is lavishly illustrated with original paintings, stage designs, and other ephemera, making it the ideal gift for anyone drawn to these ethereal creatures."
The Great Encyclopedia of Faeries
No other book can compare or yield the detailed information that we all seek from the time we are tiny children about the habits and habitats of those shy creatures with wings that leap from the pages of our childhood reading to populate our fleeting fantasmagorical and adult consciousness. On these haunting pages you will find depictions of 150 species of what we must categorise as 'faeries'. Seven (what other number could suffice?) chapters summon forth the Faeries of the Air and the Wind, the Faeries from the Fire, Worldly Faeries, Faeries of Sea and Spring, the Maidens from Green Kingdoms and the Airy-Faeries from the land of Dreams. The secrets of their habits and habitats, their riches and rags, their appearances and disappearances are uncovered and their sizes and shapes - never before revealed - are hinted at. This is a book for all the family to relish and read, a feast for the eyes, a fund of stories, facts and fiction, myths and mythology, full of fun and puns to captivate and enchant.
The Faery Garden
Traces the historical origins of the faery garden, with the help of 'eye witness' accounts from folk tales and evocative descriptions by poets and playwrights.
The Bovey Book
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Fairyland
A highly sought-after collectible, Fairyland features the exquisite illustrations of a noted artist of the early 20th century. This hardcover edition features dozens of graceful illustrations, including 19 in full color.
