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Faeries

Book • 1978
This book, illustrated by Brian Froud and Alan Lee, presents a comprehensive and visually stunning exploration of the world of faeries.

It includes 185 drawings and paintings, with 147 in full color, depicting water fairies, tree fairies, nymphs, pixies, elves, leprechauns, dryads, and more.

The authors provide written comments on the origins and meaning of the various faerie types, making it a seminal work in the field of fantasy art and mythology.

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Mentioned by James Gurney as a book featuring unique depictions of fairies, contrasting it with more traditional portrayals.
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James Gurney: Life is an Adventure
Mentioned by Holly Black as a major inspiration for her work, highlighting its beautiful and terrifying depiction of fairies.
#127: Holly Black — Crafting Bestselling Fantasy: World-Building, Character Development, and The Prisoner’s Throne

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