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Tales Of The Dartmoor Pixies

Tales Of The Dartmoor Pixies

William Crossing

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104659851
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''Tales Of The Dartmoor Pixies: Glimpses Of Elfin Haunts And Antics'' is a book written by William Crossing and published in 1890. The book is a collection of stories about the mythical creatures known as the Dartmoor Pixies, who are said to inhabit the moors of Devon, England. The tales are a mixture of folklore, legend, and personal anecdotes, and provide a fascinating insight into the beliefs and superstitions of the people of Dartmoor. The stories are full of mischief and magic, with the pixies causing all sorts of mayhem and confusion for humans who cross their path. The book is a delightful read for anyone interested in folklore, mythology, or the history of Devon, and is sure to enchant readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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