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2012-05-24
Public domain in the USA.
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Guiney, Louise Imogen
1861
1920
Guiney, L.I.
Guiney, L. I.
Garrett, Edmund H. (Edmund Henry)
1853
1929
Garrett, Edmund Henry
Garrett, E. H. (Edmund Henry)
Brownies and Bogles
What fairies were and what they did -- Fairy rulers -- The Black Elves -- The Light Elves -- Dear Brownie -- Other house-helpers -- Water-folk -- Mischief-makers -- Puck; and poets' fairies -- Changelings -- Fairyland -- The passing of the little people.
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"Brownies and Bogles" by Louise Imogen Guiney is a whimsical collection of folklore and fairy tales written in the late 19th century. The book explores the enchanting world of fairies, brownies, and bogles, delving into their characteristics and the roles they play in human life. At its core, it features a discussion on various types of fairy creatures, focusing particularly on Brownies who assist humans with household tasks, and their mischievous counterparts, the bogles. At the start of the narrative, the author defines fairies, contrasting modern interpretations with more romanticized historical views. Guiney introduces the idea of fairies being once revered as noble characters and calls upon various folkloric beliefs to illustrate the complexity of fairy lore. She reflects on how these beings have been perceived across different cultures, enlightening readers on the playful and sometimes troublesome nature of these enchanted creatures. The opening portion sets a vibrant tone, inviting readers into a magical realm filled with fascinating lore while hinting at the joy and mischief that these fairies can bring to both mortals and their own kind. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 71.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Fantasy literature
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Fairies -- Juvenile fiction
Goblins -- Juvenile fiction
Trolls -- Juvenile fiction
Elves -- Juvenile fiction
Mermaids -- Juvenile fiction
Puck (Legendary character) -- Juvenile fiction
Will-o'-the-wisp -- Juvenile fiction
Dwarfs -- Juvenile fiction
Kobolds -- Juvenile fiction
Mermen -- Juvenile fiction
Pixies -- Juvenile fiction
Changelings -- Juvenile fiction
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