But what about feature on, for example, the planet Mercury? These are generally named after famous authors and composers. (By the way, the naming of the celestial bodies is the task of the naming committee of the International Astronomical Union; star names have been recently sold arbitrarily ...
The imaginary land or abode of fairies. fatherland noun (n.) One's native land; the native land of one's fathers or ancestors. folkland noun (n.) Land held in villenage, being distributed among the folk, or people, at the pleasure of the lord of the manor, and resumed at his ...
It’s amazing at how humans have a knack for musical memory. While the exact duplication in one’s head of entire songs is really nothing compared to the brain’s true capacity and ability; “Tumbleweed Connection” is one of those albums where all of the words and music come back immedia...
changelingnoun(n.) One who, or that which, is left or taken in the place of another, as a child exchanged by fairies. noun(n.) A simpleton; an idiot. noun(n.) One apt to change; a waverer. adjective(a.) Taken or left in place of another; changed. ...
One of the most consistent complaints about my books from teen readers is that they’re unrealistic. Not because of the magic, or the fairies or the zombies or the vampires. No, teens consider my books unrealistic because my characters walk to school by themselves, because characters in my ...
In order to fully understand the length of Colfer's imagination his fairies will be compared to creations from a few of the fantasy genres biggest names; J.R.R Tolkien, James Barrie and William Shakespeare. In addition this essay aims to discover peculiari...
Known to be fearless, swift and courageous, Dragonfly Fairies are agile and fast fliers and folk beliefs in various parts of the world dictate that the Fairies are in close relationships with snakes; being dubbed "Snake Doctors". DryadMain article: DryadDryads...
For green cheese is gumptious And fairies are fluttering Flutes on the shores of the sea.” Many folks gathered near And were soon stuck like glue By the words that rolled by down the hill. But others decided To try out the east
People have always given special names to things they love and been outspoken about their fandoms, but social media has taken the trend to new heights. Now, it’s easier than ever for people to find others who share their interests and even to curate entire social media feeds promoting a ...
I wish fairies were real, but I’ve never seen a single one at the bottom of my garden sprinkling glitter dust. And believe me, I’ve looked.” My very own wish-granting fairy would be nice about now. Mr. Arden stares at me for a long moment before gathering his books and heading...