The Extraordinary History of the Fae
Fairies, Spirits, and Other Magical Beings
$41.94
- 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 |
| Dimensions: | 286mm x 232mm |
| Series: | The Extraordinary Histories |
About The Author
Hazel Atkinson
About the Authors
Hazel Atkinson is a British writer with a background in History and Classics. She has been recognized in competitions such as the V. S. Pritchett Memorial Prize and the H. G. Wells Short Story Competition.
Professor Diane Purkiss is an Australian historian and Professor of English Literature at Oxford University. Her academic interests encompass the supernatural, with a particular focus on witchcraft, as well as children’s literature, folklore, and fairytales.
Camelia Pham is a Vietnamese illustrator and art director based in Hanoi. Her illustrative work has garnered numerous awards, including the Batsford Prize in 2018.
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