- Paperback: 64 pages
- Publisher: Friedman/Fairfax Publishing (Oct 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1586633309
- ISBN-13: 978-1586633301
- Product Dimensions: 30 x 22.6 x 0.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,288,296 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This book claims to be the facsimile edition of the notebook of Lady Angelica Cottington, who, it is said, took the infamous photograph of a group of fairies that was authenticated by Conan Doyle, but later discredited. Lady Cottington was determined to prove the existence of fairies, and began to capture them between the pages of her notebook, in which she had previously pressed wild flowers. In the introduction to the book, it is explained that one of Lady Cottington's notebooks was recently discovered, intact and in good condition, and has been reproduced complete with biographical information about the near-reclusive Lady Cottington, and a photograph of her holding the original book between the pages of which so many fairies, goblins, pixies and elves were unceremoniously flattened and preserved for ever. What Lady Cottington did not realise was that the actual fairies were unharmed; as they are made of astral matter, only their psychic images remained on the pages and the fairies grew to enjoy the game, leaping between the closing pages in an effort to outdo each other to produce the most imaginative and (it has to be said) outrageous poses. This is a hilarious, imaginative and highly creative record of the fairies caught by Lady Cottington, and of the disruptive influence they had on her otherwise sheltered life, all of which is painstakingly recorded in her personal diary. A revised edition to include eight additional pages, a new introduction by Terry Jones and Brian Froud, new digitization and design for pages, endpapers and cover as appropriate including new pressed fairy images; a DVD and a new sticker. DVD to include previously unreleased material from the Cottington Archive: a Pressed Fairy art gallery, interviews with Brian Froud, Terry Jones and Ari Berk and 5-minute filmed interview with Lady Cottington. DVD to be produced by Imaginosis.
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Terry Jones is a writer, actor and director best known for his membership of the Monty Python team. He has also written a number of children's books for Pavilion, including Fantastic Stories, which won the children's vote in the 1992 Smarties Prize, and The Knight and the Squire. He lives in London. Brian Froud is a popular and highly acclaimed artist whose imaginative portrayals of fantasy worlds and people in particular are recognized He lives in Devon.
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July 6th 1895. Narna wuldnt bleive me. Read the first page
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is such a wonder to own, the detailed paintings of the fairies mixed with the fantastic colours really do take your breath away.
I own both this book plus the handbag size version and the journal and all are a pleasure to own.
If you like these you will love the goblins companion as well.
I own both this book plus the handbag size version and the journal and all are a pleasure to own.
If you like these you will love the goblins companion as well.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
a very silly book with brilliant pictures, and terry jones stays true to form with his intellegent wit. This book can appeal to every age level, as long as you have a sense of humor and a secret belief that they are at the bottom of the garden.i think we farnhamites must!!!
18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I first encountered this amazing book when I was 12 and I was convinced that around every tree there would be a farie, but try as I did I could not catch one, not even a goblin! I ran into Lady Cottington's Pressed Fairy Book on Amazon a few months ago, I am now 30-odd, I had to get it! It has got to be the first book that every little girl, women and granny should consider for their library! Mystical, funny, naughty but nice, childish and deadley serious! It is a must have for anyone who relishes the idea of blaming everything on the faries! I personally do not believe they are drawing at all!
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lady cottington's pressed faery book
Excellent book this. Bought as a xmas pressie for someone who likes faery art and - in particular - Brian Froud. Not disappointed. The DVD in the back is a great little bonus.
Published 5 months ago by C. Hollis
Lady Cottington's Pressed Fairy Book
Really pleased with this book. The pictures and content was great & really complimented each other. Would recommend to all fairy lovers!
Published 8 months ago by Gembear
Beautiful, in a warped sort of way !
I first spotted this book back in the mid 90's, and I've been meaning to buy it ever since. I finally got around to buying it recently, and I was not disappointed. Read more
Published 10 months ago by K. Greenwell
An Excellent Purchase
The latest edition of this beautiful book is wonderful. Fast, great value service and the book is just what I expected.
Published 17 months ago by Hippolyta
Facinating
A beautifully bound book, the illustrations are classic. The tongue in cheek humour made me smile all the way through, pure joy for young and not so young! Read more
Published 23 months ago by L. Mcalpine
A Must Have Book For Any Girl :)
An AMAZING book for any girl/woman of any age, I read this book as a child and was devastated when I couldn't find it to show someone, so I ordered this one and several others by... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Zoe Louise
Smashed faeries lol
I bought this issue for a friend. It is a true and comical work of art. The idea alone: a young girl literally 'printing' faeries by smashing them between the pages of her book, is... Read more
Published on 31 May 2010 by K. van Oosten
Disturbing and yet hilarious
I was given this book for Christmas and i have to say i left it to one side for a long while before deciding to read it. Read more
Published on 3 Nov 2009 by S. Bruch
pressed fairies
This was everything I expected and more. It was a gift to my daughter (she's 35!) and she loves the quirky humour. Read more
Published on 21 Jun 2009 by J. Ball
Beautiful
If you love fairies like I do, this is a must for your collection. The illustrations are beautiful and funny, the story is enchanting. Read more
Published on 15 April 2009 by Mrs Kerry Dunn
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