Fairy Poems

A collection of literary fairies includes Spenser's Faerie Queene, Shakespeare's Titania, Keats's Belle Dame Sans Merci, Rimbaud's Fairy, Goethe's Erl-King, Denise Levertov's Elves, Sylvia Plath's Lorelei, Christopher Okigbo's Watermaid, Neil Gaiman's The Fairy Reel, and Patience Agbabi's changeling boy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 16 February 2023
Publisher: Everyman

Elves, changelings, leprechauns, pixies, brownies, and sprites are a diverse group of magical creatures that have captivated the imaginations of people for centuries. These creatures are often mischievous, sometimes dangerous, and always enchanting. In this collection, we explore a wide range of literary fairies from different cultures and time periods.

Spenser's Faerie Queene is a classic example of a medieval fairy tale that features a cast of enchanting characters, including the fairies Queen Mab, Melusine, and the nixies. Shakespeare's Titania is another iconic fairy queen who appears in his play A Midsummer Night's Dream. Keats's Belle Dame Sans Merci is a poem that portrays a beautiful and mysterious woman who captivates the poet's imagination.

Rimbaud's Fairy is a more modern take on the fairy tale, with its surreal and visionary imagery. Goethe's Erl-King is a character from his novel Faust who is a powerful and mysterious figure who interacts with the protagonist, Faust. Denise Levertov's Elves is a collection of short stories that explore the lives and relationships of a group of elves living in a magical forest. Sylvia Plath's Lorelei is a figure from Greek mythology who is a siren who lures sailors to their deaths with her enchanting voice.

Christopher Okigbo's Watermaid is a play that tells the story of a young woman who is transformed into a watermaid by a powerful fairy. Neil Gaiman's The Fairy Reel is a collection of short stories that explore the lives and adventures of various fairy characters, including the Tooth Fairy, the Sandman, and the Queen of Fairies. Patience Agbabi's changeling boy (The Double) is a novel that explores the themes of identity, magic, and the supernatural.

These literary fairies have left an indelible mark on the world of literature and continue to inspire and enchant readers of all ages. Whether they are mischievous or dangerous, they are always captivating and remind us of the power of imagination and the magic that exists in the world around us.

Weight: 232g
Dimension: 167 x 114 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781841598291