Collected here are the journals, letters and notes of biology professor Elsie Arbour in the early 1920’s. By applying her knowledge of the natural sciences and research findings, Professor Arbour has created a world where fairies coexists with other animals and insects. Documented are details of her travels and adventures whilst on her quest to discover more species of fairies. The most interesting and most informative details from those archives are presented in this mini encyclopedia on fairies. This sixty-four-page, large format hardcover has everything you need to know about fairies, from the anatomy of a fairy, to the language of fairies, to the nine different types of fairies.
According to Professor Arbour, fairies are not magical beings, but are classified as mammals. Laid in scrapbook style, it also contains snippets of information on related animals from around the world. It's not a storybook but a scientific explanation for the fairy species and its relation to other animals. From the many books available on this subject, very few have gone into as much detail about fairy habitats. Even fewer have as many beautiful and original illustrations. This book is brimming with tiny sprites flittering from page to page. The illustrations are delicate and enchanting; providing an interpretation that makes it very easy for readers to immerse themselves in the world of fairies. Recommended for ages 5+.
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