A Natural History of Fairies by Emily Hawkins (Hardcover)

Unveiled for modern readers, this captivatingly illustrated guide to fairies, created in the 1920s by botanist Professor Elsie Arbour for her niece, is a treasure trove of fairy lore. Wrapped in a gold foil-embossed cloth cover with a ribbon marker and gold edges, this beautiful book brims with colourful drawings and detailed observations revealing fairies' secret lives and their integral role in nature. Discover the diverse species of fairies worldwide, their anatomy, life cycles, cunning camouflage, and habitats ranging from woodlands to human dwellings. Learn about fairies from every corner of the globe, including the delicate Lily Hopper of sub-Saharan Africa and the regal Queen Fairy of New Guinea. This volume not only invites you into the enchanting world of fairies but also encourages the conservation of their precious habitats and those of all creatures. A timeless book to cherish and explore..