The Extraordinary History of the Fae
Fairies, Spirits, and Other Magical Beings
$40.88
- Hardcover
128 pages
- Release Date
18 August 2026
Summary
An enchanting book of fairies, spirits, and other magical beings found in folklore across the globe.
Discover the spellbinding history of fairies. Travel through time and across the globe to discover fantastic folklore, magical chance encounters, and mythical beings. Featuring immersive storytelling plus captivating illustrations from Camelia Pham, this book covers everything from the origin of the word “fairy” to the modern tales and superstitions that still exist today. Meet magical…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780241796375 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0241796377 |
| Author: | Hazel Atkinson, Camelia Pham |
| Publisher: | Dorling Kindersley Ltd |
| Imprint: | DK Children |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 128 |
| Release Date: | 18 August 2026 |
| Weight: | 836g |
| Dimensions: | 16mm x 233mm x 287mm |
| Series: | The Extraordinary Histories |
| Audience Age: | 9-12 |
Hazel Atkinson
Hazel Atkinson
Hazel Atkinson is a British writer with a background in History and Classics. She has been placed in competitions including the V S Pritchett Memorial Prize and the H G Wells Short Story Competition.
Professor Diane Purkiss
Professor Diane Purkiss is an Australian historian who is Professor of English Literature at Oxford. Her interests include the supernatural, especially witchcraft, children’s literature, folklore, and fairytale, making her the perfect consultant for this magical series.
Camelia Pham
Camelia Pham is a Vietnamese illustrator and art director based in Hanoi. She has won numerous prizes for her illustrations, including the Batsford Prize 2018.
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