We are the original magicians, the alchemists.We are the witches and wizards whocollaborate with the elements, the forces of nature, to conjure, to dazzle, to bewitch.

The most complete book on these powerful magical beings. Elves and fairies provide a magical mirror into the human psyche and can help people better understand themselves. In The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Elves and Fairies, readers encounter and learn from an array of magical creatures, and discover how they can positively influence their lives. Key topics include fairy magic in the 21st century, how to recognize an elf and what to do when you meet one, how to attract good elves and fairies, and how to protect yourself from bad ones. • The Lord of the Rings trilogy, on film and DVD, have increased people’s interest in elves and their ways. • Brian Froud’s bestselling titles, including The Faeries' Oracle, Good Faeries/Bad Faeries, and Lady Cottington’s Fairy Album, have kept fairy lore and fairy images in the public eye for more than 25 years. • This book explores fairy tales, folklore, and mythology, including modern fairy tales like the Harry Potter series.

This book is a whole lot of fun. It has a lot of spells and witchcraft. It will keep you on a roller-coaster ride from the beginning to the end and will make you want more. It will open your eyes to a lot of magic. This book is for everyone to enjoy.

Bibliographic information, grade level, and annotations for nearly 7,500 fantasy books for grades 3-12 are given. The introduction discusses the history of fantasy, and awards presented to fantasy titles are listed.

An introduction to magical beings, wizards and witches.

Take twelve exciting stories about witches and wizards, culled from traditional folk tales around the world. Add a few verses and songs about sorcerers and the like. Sprinkle on some magic words and spells, and blend in details of real-life magicians and witchcraft through the ages. Then decorate with lots of weird and wonderful illustrations, full of things that go bump in the night. Mix well- and you have the magical brew of fact and fiction.

Journal of fairy-tale studies.