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mythology aesthetics → faeries

the term faerie is sometimes used to describe any magical creature, including goblins and gnomes, while at other times, the term describes only a specific type of ethereal creature or sprite. the concept of “faerie” in the narrower sense is unique to english folklore, later made diminutive in accordance with prevailing tastes of the victorian era, as in “fairy tales” for children.