British Goblins

British Goblins: Welsh Folk Lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions is a book written by Wirt Sikes that explores the folklore and mythology of Wales. The book is a comprehensive collection of stories and legends that have been passed down through generations in Welsh culture. It covers a wide range of topics, from the origins of the Welsh people to the beliefs and practices of the fairies and goblins that inhabit the land. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of Welsh folklore. The first chapter delves into the history of the Welsh people and their relationship with the supernatural. The following chapters explore the different types of fairies and goblins that are said to exist in Welsh mythology, including the Tylwyth Teg, the Coblynau, and the Pwca. Throughout the book, Sikes provides detailed descriptions of the various creatures and their abilities, as well as the traditions and customs associated with them. He also includes a number of stories and legends that illustrate the power and influence of these supernatural beings in Welsh culture. Overall, British Goblins: Welsh Folk Lore, Fairy Mythology, Legends and Traditions is a fascinating exploration of the rich and complex mythology of Wales. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Welsh culture, folklore, or mythology, and provides a unique insight into the beliefs and traditions of this ancient culture.1881. In a certain sense Wales may be spoken of as the cradle of fairy legend. It is not now disputed that from the Welsh were borrowed many of the first subjects of composition in the literature of all the cultivated peoples of Europe. In the ground it covers, while this volume deals especially with Wales, and still more especially with South Wales, where there appear to have been human dwellers long before North Wales was peopled, it also includes the border counties, notably Monmouthshire. Illustrated. Contents: The Realm of Fairy; The Spirit World; Quaint Old Customs; Bells, Wells, Stones and Wagons.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.