The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries

By: W. Y. Evans-Wentz

Narrated by: Jack Chekijian

The mysticism and fairy folklore of Celtic England, Scotland, the Isle of Man, Brittany, and Wales is explored in this production, which focuses on interviews conducted with everyday citizens about their beliefs, sightings, and encounters in the early 20th century, followed by an anthropological examination of evidence. It is an exploration of the spirit world, of the Sidhe, the "good people", who are claimed to interact mischievously with the populace - sometimes even abducting them and leaving only the victims' clothes behind, transporting them far distances, and killing their livestock.

Public Domain (P)2020 Jack Chekijian

A welcomed surprise

I loved the fact that the stories matched my personal experience with faeries. I was expecting to learn about a religion that is new to me and instead listened to stories that matched my experiences but also connected a few dots I was not aware of as well which really made my day.

wonderful narration. Great introduction to Fairy

Though the book is of older nature having been writing in the early 1900s, the eloquence of language and indeed the exquisite narration make for an enjoyable investigation into the anthropology of the belief in Fairy in the Celtic peoples.

Hidden gem

I don’t leave reviews often but I feel this calls for one. Books filled with Celtic folklore are a dime a dozen but it’s not everyday you stumble upon a book filled with interviews of everyday people and their experiences, especially from 100+ years ago. Absolutely worth a listen, imo

Disappoint by an old favorite classic

First of all, I love this book. I first read it about 50 years ago. It was an antiquated text then, but completely engaging. It affords much insight even as its attempts at being scientific are, well, Victorian.

My problem isn't with the text. I have also, no ill will toward the narrator who is a skilled narrator. However, he is a poor choice for this text. His Oxford accent is jarring when listening to Celtic Lore. He also frankly butchers the pronunciation of Celtic languages, especially the Gaelic. So my enjoyment is often interrupted by some jarring abuses of Celtic languages. That should have been the top priority. It spoils the experience, I'm sad to say.

Amazing narrator.

I love the way this book was both written and read. it came across both poetic and educational.