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Faeries [Hardcover]

Brian Froud , Alan Lee , David Larkin
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18 Nov 2002
It has been 25 years since Brian Froud and Alan Lee created the delightful, imaginative, and surprising Faeries -- a book that quickly became a massive international bestseller and went on to sell more than a million copies. Readers continue to offer praise: "This is the most influential book I have ever read." "This book is -- where are the words to describe it? Magnificent/Fabulous/Beautiful/Moving/Terrifying/Fantastic...."

In celebration of Faeries' 25th anniversary, Abrams is delighted to publish a special edition featuring eight new pages and 20 new pieces of art by Froud and Lee. The artists have also contributed new introductions. Since Faeries first appeared, both men have become tremendously successful and respected figures in the worlds of film, art, and publishing. But Faeries remains perhaps their most enduring work, a superb exploration of the myths, legends, folklore, and fantasy of the world of the faeries.


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  • Hardcover: 200 pages
  • Publisher: Harry N. Abrams, Inc.; Twenty-Fifth Anniversay ed edition (18 Nov 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0810932741
  • ISBN-13: 978-0810932746
  • Product Dimensions: 30.7 x 21.8 x 2.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (47 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 592,993 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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"Twenty-five years ago, self-proclaimed 'faery authorities' [Brian] Froud and [Alan] Lee published the first edition of their imaginative faery field guide...This expanded version...boasts new art and introductions by the artists; ...in its silver anniversary, the bewitching quality of its content remains."

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Brian Froud is an award-winning illustrator, author, and fairy authority. His books include international bestsellers such as 'Faeries', with Alan Lee and 'Lady Cottington's Pressed Fairy Book' --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Enter the world of faery! 7 Aug 2005
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
This book begins with text written by artists Brian Froud and Alan Lee explaining why they love faeries and drawing them and other wee folk. Then there is the mythology side of it which gives us some background and understanding, all this text is surrounded by wonderful little drawings. The rest of the book then displays gorgeous work by both artists along with quirky little explanations of each drawing. If you love faeries you will love this book.
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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Twenty-fifth Anniversary Edition Faeries 1 Feb 2003
Format:Paperback
Another masterpiece from Brian Froud and Alan lee.
This book is an explination into the wonderful world of faries,
I have purchased many books on faries and some by Brian Froud , but this one it the best yet. It introduces you to the fairy world in a way that captures you forever. The book is bursting with the most amazing art, from sketches to paintings, all vervibrant and alive with emotion and passion.
My children also got so much enjoyment from it, It as with other Brian Froud works looks at both sides of the fairy world, not just the good but the naughty, medling elves and pixies.
I highly recomend this book for all ages and not just fairy enthusiasts, I know this could be enjoyed by all.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful! astonishing pictures 5 Jun 2001
Format:Paperback
i remember seeing this book when i was a little girl. i have never, to this day, ever forgot the beautifully illustrated pages. this book would make an ideal unforgettable gift for anyone you cherish, a fantastic buy.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars My all time favorite book 27 Oct 1998
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
Brian Froud is a mastermind. As a young artist myself....I grew up with this book..and it practically tought me to draw. I could never imagine life without it..I've just always had it. And I could never tire of it. It ages beautifully with its owner..all ages can read into it in different ways....as I have found...its stories change as I get older. If ANYONE out there has a copy of Brian Frouds Land of the Dark Crystal....please let me know...I'd love to purchase a copy!!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Needs more than five stars! 18 Aug 2000
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
I first bought this book years ago when it was first published. I still don't know why - it just seemed to call out to me from the shelf.

I fell in love with the faeries as a result of Froud's wonderful illustrations.

I've bought (and enjoyed) everything he's done since, but (sorry, Brian!) I still think this is far and away the best.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Hardcover
Float on the wings of a faerie, to a land that has existed for an eternity, and that will exist for eternities to come. Brian Froud and Alan Lee have created a marvelous book that weaves a magical tapestry about the reader, and won't let them go until the book is through with them! A perfect blending of typed and hand-written texts, and many differing styles of artwork help to make this volume a captivating sourcebook for lovers of the fae and light hearts everywhere! Colorful, richly drawn canvases reach out to the viewer to entrance them and hold them in the faerie world these two gentlemen speak so ellequently about. The combination of lovely prose, great sections of written verses and blurbs, and staggeringly beautiful, (and sometimes staggeringly jarring,) artwork make this book a true transportation device. Straight past the walls of reality and through the veils of the Enchanted World! I would recommend it to anyone with a free spirit, a grand imagination, and especially to someone who needs a
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Masterful 7 Nov 1998
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
Forget Madonna's Sex book. Forget cutsie "Coffee Tables from around the world" guides. Want a real book for your coffee table? Get this one. In fact, get everyone you know this book. It is art at it's highest, and teaches more about life and legend than any other book I've ever read. No distinguished home library should be without Froud's "Faeries". Although I am a rabid Froud fan, I can roundly recommend this book without bias. It is sheer mastery of an art form, and I believe Froud has done the Faeries proud. May his brush never slip, and the magic never fail him.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, enchanting, surreal and exquisite. 24 Oct 1998
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
This was the book where I first encountered the artists Froud and Lee, and also where I discovered that faeries are indeed either ugly or beautiful, old and young; everything I had ever hoped and imagined, and more. Froud and Lee's breathtaking and altogether masterly portrayal of the intrinsic, metamorphic world of fantasy forever hovering at our fingertips, is truly masterly, and I have never encountered another yet which rates quite as highly as this. I would definately recommend this book to anyone who loves faeries, and/or queries the 'pretty' flower-faeries we tend to be bombarded with today. s This book has all my dreams, nightmares and fantasies woven together in it's intricate, detailed illustrations, the thick, scrawling lead pencil script... I cannot find the words to speak highly enough of this simply unique, marvellous book. I am an avid admirer of Froud and Lee's works, the faery-kingdom, faery poetry, stories, tales, photographs, illustrations, and can never have enough information on that mystical kingdom where people such as Thomas the Rhymer and Tam Lin vanish to, where a cup of wine can bind you a prisoner, where the young are old, and the old are yound, where anything is possible whether you believe or not. I for one, do strongly believe in faeries, and wish that I could see one. This book is - where are the words to describe it? Magnificent/Fabulous/Beautiful/Moving/Terrifying/Fantastic/Eye-opening - they are only some... I would like to congratulate Lee and Froud on their admirable skill for illustrations, the publishers for - well - publishing this book, and all the readers out there who fell in love with this book, which is a gift from faeryland itself.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute delight
I have long loved the world of the fey. I have many books, both modern and old, which tell stories of the world of faerie. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Brida
5.0 out of 5 stars A lovely book
I bought this book as a replacement for one I had many years ago and has gone missing. The artwork is beautiful and quirky, with notes and snippets of folklore. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Luluharpic
5.0 out of 5 stars A book titled 'Faeries'
'FAERIES' 25th ANNIVERSARY EDITION
Fantastic Value! especially with all the extra items along with this anniversary edition. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Eric Collison
4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
Avid reader and love art. This book provides both and the illustrations are stunning. This is a keeper to pass on to younger family members
Published 5 months ago by Claire
5.0 out of 5 stars I Belive in Them
I purchased the original when it first came out and this is even better, anyone who does not belive has no imagination or is so sad, to all that see let your childhood last... Read more
Published 8 months ago by paul
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant beautiful book
I have wanted this book since using it in art at high school, it is a beautiful book with brilliant illustrations and text. Read more
Published 12 months ago by MICHELLE
5.0 out of 5 stars Enchanting
I was so excited to receive this item and I was not disappointed! It is beautifully illustrated and written. Truly breathtaking! Read more
Published 13 months ago by N. Burgess
4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely pictures
A great book for adults - agree previous comments that it's not really a child's book. Particularly loved Alan Lee's artwork. Walking in the woods will never be the same!
Published 17 months ago by Stargazer
3.0 out of 5 stars rudy! rudy!
fab book, I love it! I have not read any of the other books or seen them. I bought the book for my neice who is 10, she is a fantastic reader and far more mature than most her age. Read more
Published on 30 May 2011 by miss c
4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful art work...if a little scarey in places!
I only knock one star off this brilliant collection of artwork because some of the images are gruesome and that doesn't quite fit with my own image of faeries! Read more
Published on 18 May 2011 by lyndydaisy
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