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  • The Mythology of Fairies

    The tales and legends of fairies from all over the world

    The Fairy Mythology is a great collection of folk tales about fairies from all over the world. The book looks at fairy traditions from various countries and nations; Scandinavia, the British Isles, Germany, with folklore tales and the histories behind myths and legends of such mythical creatures as the Kobolds or Korrigans. The author took a thorough approach to the study of myth and folklore, and ... Read more

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  • Secret Societies of the Middle Ages

    If we had the means of investigating historically the origin of Secret Societies, we should probably find that they began to be formed almost as soon as any knowledge had been accumulated by particular individuals beyond what constituted the common stock. The same thing has happened to knowledge that has happened to all other human possessions,—its actual holders have striven to keep it to ... Read more

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  • The Fairy Mythology

    (Illustrative of the Romance and Superstition of Various Countries)

    ORIGIN OF THE BELIEF IN FAIRIES: According to a well-known law of our nature, effects suggest causes; and another law, perhaps equally general, impels us to ascribe to the actual and efficient cause the attribute of intelligence. The mind of the deepest philosopher is thus acted upon equally with that of the peasant or the savage; the only difference lies in the nature of the intelligent cause at ... Read more

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  • The ShakespeareExpositor An Aid to the Perfect Understanding of Shakespeare's Plays

    Keightley examines Shakespeare's language, cultural references, and dramatic techniques in great detail, providing explanations of archaic expressions, intricate metaphors, and historical context. He addresses common misunderstandings in the interpretation of Shakespeare's texts, offering alternative readings and corrections where he felt previous editors or scholars had erred. His approach ... Read more

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  • Secret Societies of the Middle Ages

    Key aspects and themes covered in "Secret Societies of the Middle Ages" include:Historical Context: The book delves into the historical period of the Middle Ages (roughly spanning from the 5th to the 15th century) and examines the emergence of secret societies within this context.Secret Organizations: Keightley discusses a variety of secret societies and groups that were active during the Middle ... Read more

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  • The Fairy Mythology

    The contents of the work which gave such pleasure to this learned antiquary are as follows:I. IntroductionSimilarity of Arts and CustomsSimilarity of NamesOrigin of the WorkImitationCasual CoincidenceMiltonDante.II. The Thousand and One NightsBedoween Audience around a Story-tellerCleomades and ClaremondEnchanted HorsesPeter of Provence and the fair Maguelone.III. The Pleasant NightsThe Dancing ... Read more

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  • The Fairy Mythology

    We find in most countries a popular belief in different classes of beings distinct from men, and from the higher orders of divinities. These beings are usually believed to inhabit, in the caverns of earth, or the depths of the waters, a region of their own. They generally excel mankind in power and in knowledge, and like them are subject to the inevitable laws of death, though after a more ... Read more

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  • The Fairy Mythology

    (Illustrative of the Romance and Superstition of Various Countries)

    The contents of the work which gave such pleasure to this learned antiquary are as follows:—I. Introduction—Similarity of Arts and Customs—Similarity of Names—Origin of the Work—Imitation—Casual Coincidence—Milton—Dante.II. The Thousand and One Nights—Bedoween Audience around a Story-teller—Cleomades and Claremond—Enchanted Horses—Peter of Provence and the fair Maguelone.III. The Pleasant Nights ... Read more

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  • Romance and Superstition of Various Countries

    This book explores the myths, legends, and superstitions from different cultures around the world. Keightley's writing typically delves into the richness of folklore and the beliefs that shape societies, offering readers insights into cultural traditions and the human imagination across various civilizations."Romance and Superstition of Various Countries" likely covers a wide range of topics, ... Read more

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  • The Shakespeare-Expositor

    Enriched edition. An Aid to the Perfect Understanding of Shakespeare's Plays

    In "The Shakespeare-Expositor," Thomas Keightley presents a comprehensive exploration of Shakespeare's literary craft and thematic complexity. This scholarly work meticulously analyzes the Bard's plays and poetry, providing insights into his use of language, character development, and the socio-political commentary embedded in his works. Keightley employs a methodical literary style that is both ... Read more

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  • The Mythology of Fairies

    Enriched edition. The tales and legends of fairies from all over the world

    In "The Mythology of Fairies," Thomas Keightley embarks on a thorough exploration of the rich tapestry of fairy lore, intertwining historical and cultural narratives to unveil the profound significance of these enigmatic figures within European folklore. Keightley employs a scholarly yet accessible literary style, making extensive use of original sources, regional tales, and literary references to ... Read more

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  • The Shakespeare-Expositor

    An Aid to the Perfect Understanding of Shakespeare's Plays

    "The Shakespeare-Expositor" by Thomas Keightley. Published by e-artnow. e-artnow publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each e-artnow edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e ... Read more

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