The Extraordinary History of the Fae
Fairies, Spirits, and Other Magical Beings
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The Extraordinary History of the Fae
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Travel through time and across the globe to discover fantastic folklore, magical chance encounters, and mythical beings. This audiobook covers everything from the origin of the word “fairy” to the modern tales and superstitions that still exist today.
Meet magical characters, and hear their stories, from the powerful Diwata Maria Makiling to the famed healer and sorceress Morgan le Fay.
This audiobook delves into the way magic has been seen and thought of throughout history, both good and bad, in a sensitive and appropriate way. With magic, history and a whole lot of fairy dust at your fingertips, this audiobook will leave listeners totally dazzled.
Hazel Atkinson is a British writer with a background in History and Classics. She's been placed in competitions including the V S Pritchett Memorial prize and H G Wells Short Story Competition.
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.
© 2026 Professor Diane Purkiss and Hazel Atkinson (P) 2026 DK Audio
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