Fairy Births and Human Midwives is a book written by Edwin Sidney Hartland that explores the folklore and myths surrounding the idea of fairies giving birth and the role of human midwives in these births. The book delves into the history and origins of these stories, examining how they have evolved over time and across different cultures. Hartland also examines the beliefs and practices of midwives in various societies and how they have interacted with the fairy world. The book also includes a collection of fairy birth ...
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Fairy Births and Human Midwives is a book written by Edwin Sidney Hartland that explores the folklore and myths surrounding the idea of fairies giving birth and the role of human midwives in these births. The book delves into the history and origins of these stories, examining how they have evolved over time and across different cultures. Hartland also examines the beliefs and practices of midwives in various societies and how they have interacted with the fairy world. The book also includes a collection of fairy birth stories from different regions, providing readers with a fascinating insight into the fantastical and mystical world of fairy folklore. Overall, Fairy Births and Human Midwives is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of a little-known aspect of fairy mythology and its connection to human childbirth practices.THIS 62 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Science of Fairy Tales, by Edwin Sidney Hartland. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076614934X.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.
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