“The tales of Elfland do not stand or fall on their actuality but on their truthfulness, their speaking to the human condition, the longings we all have for the Faerie Other.”
Quote by Jane Yolen
Work
Touch Magic: Fantasy, Faerie and Folklore in the Literature of Childhood
This book delves into the significance of fantastical elements in children's literary works, examining the impact of fantasy, faerie tales, and folklore on the development of children's imagination and storytelling traditions. more
Author
Jane Yolen
Jane Yolen is an American author known for her extensive work in the field of children's literature, born on February 11, 1939. Her writings span across various genres, including children's literature, adult fiction, and poetry, renowned for their vivid imagination and profound emotional depth. more
You May Also Like
Source: White Cat
“In truth, I don't want to be there. I don't want to see the light go out of my brother's eyes.”
Source: Breathless
Source: A Tale of Two Cities - Literary Touchstone Edition
“If a team intimidate you physically and you let them, they've won.”
“Justice is for the victim.” Kick. “Vengeance is for the survivor.”
Source: Shift