The Hidden History of Elves and Dwarfs: Avatars of Invisible Realms

by Claude Lecouteux

Regis Boyer (Foreword)

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A comprehensive examination of the intertwined mythology, folklore, and literary history of the little people

Most people are familiar with the popular image of elves as Santa's helpers and dwarfs as little bearded men wearing red caps, who are mischievous and playful, helpful and sly, industrious and dexterous. But their roots go far deeper than their appearance in fairy tales and popular stories. Elves and dwarfs are survivors of a much older belief system that predates Christianity and was widespread throughout Western Europe.

Sharing his extensive analysis of Germanic and Norse legends, as well as Roman, Celtic,...Read more
  • ISBN10 1620557169
  • ISBN13 9781620557167
  • Publish Date 23 October 2018
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country US
  • Publisher Inner Traditions Bear and Company
  • Imprint Destiny Books,U.S.
  • Format eBook
  • Pages 240
  • Language English