Fairies are all around us—if you know where to look. Step into a magical realm with The Natural History of Fairies, a captivating compendium lovingly compiled in the 1920s by the renowned botanist Professor Elsie Arbour for her curious young niece. Now, for the first time, this beautifully illustrated treasure is available to readers of all ages.
Bound in a stunning gold foil-embossed cloth cover with sprayed gold edges and a silk ribbon marker, this exquisite volume feels like a fairy artifact itself. Inside, you'll find a wealth of vibrant sketches, meticulous notes, and whimsical observations that reveal the rich diversity and secret lives of fairies across the globe.
Explore a world you never knew existed, and learn about:
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Fairy anatomy – From webbed feet in water fairies to the nimble toes of land-dwellers.
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The fairy life cycle – Beware the tiny flutterpillar of the Wicklow Fairy hiding in the heather!
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Magical camouflage – Discover how reed fairies blend perfectly into wetland grasses with their striped attire.
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Fairies of the world – Meet the Lily Hopper of sub-Saharan Africa, the regal Queen Fairy of New Guinea, the elusive Penguin Fairy of the Antarctic, and many more.
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Where fairies live – From dense jungles and polar ice to the cozy corners of human homes.
With its final call to protect the delicate habitats that fairies—and countless other creatures—depend on, this enchanting natural history is more than a guide: it's a reminder to look closer, wonder more, and believe in the magic that surrounds us.
A perfect gift and keepsake for dreamers, nature lovers, and fairy believers of 6 years and above.
