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Fairies

The Nuttall Encyclopedia

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Imaginary supernatural beings conceived of as of diminutive size but in human shape, who play a conspicuous part in the traditions of Europe during the Middle Ages, and are animated more or less by a spirit of mischief out of a certain loving regard for, or humorous interest in, the affairs of mankind, whether in the way of thwarting or helping.

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Wood, James, ed. Entry for 'Fairies'. The Nuttall Encyclopedia. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​nut/​f/fairies.html. Frederick Warne & Co Ltd. London. 1900.
 
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