By Lewis Spence

Noted folklorist's wealthy compilation of reports comprises fairies, sprites and demons, stories of the black arts, Arthurian romances, Breton lays of Marie de France, tales of the saints of Brittany and extra. additionally, history at the land, humans, costumes, and customs. 36 atmospheric illustrations by means of W. Otway Cannell. Glossary.

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