The Little House in the Fairy Wood
Published in 1918, The Little House in the Fairy Wood is a fae fiction and classic fantasy story collection by Ethel Cook Eliot. Readers will find themes of fairy tales.
It has been published in 13 editions. On Project Gutenberg it was downloaded 596 times in the last 30 days.
It runs to roughly 112 pages — 2–3 hours of reading at an average pace. It is in the public domain, so you can read it free on Project Gutenberg or listen to the 3 h 40 min LibriVox audiobook.
About The Little House in the Fairy Wood
"The Little House in the Fairy Wood" by Ethel Cook Eliot is a children's fantasy novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young orphan named Eric who, after a difficult morning spent with the unwelcoming Mrs. Freg and her sons, discovers a magical world within the woods as he escapes from his stifling life. As he ventures deeper into the forest, he encounters kindness and warmth with new friends, particularly Ivra, who is part fairy, and her mother Helma, who provide him with a sense of belonging and adventure. The opening of the book introduces Eric, a young boy mistreated in his orphanage home. Waking to the gruffness of Mrs. Freg, he feels the sting of neglect and expresses his frustration openly. Spurred by a deep-seated yearning for freedom and happiness, Eric leaves home, feeling the presence of magic beckoning him. He slowly transitions from despair to wonder as he is drawn into the enchanting mist of autumn leaves, leading him to a seemingly magical home in the woods. There, he meets a loving family and experiences the warmth of true companionship, which starkly contrasts his previous life. The stage is set for Eric’s journey of self-discovery and personal attachment as he navigates this newfound world filled with fairies, magic, and the possibility of a new beginning.
Free audiobook
The Little House in the Fairy Wood — LibriVox recording, 3 h 40 min in 19 sections.
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Quick answers
Who wrote The Little House in the Fairy Wood?
The Little House in the Fairy Wood was written by Ethel Cook Eliot and first published in 1918.
What genre is The Little House in the Fairy Wood?
It is usually shelved as Fae & Fairy Fiction, Classic Fantasy and Fairy Tales & Folklore.
How long is The Little House in the Fairy Wood?
The median edition has 112 pages, about 2–3 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
Is The Little House in the Fairy Wood free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
Is there a free audiobook of The Little House in the Fairy Wood?
Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 3 h 40 min.
What books are similar to The Little House in the Fairy Wood?
Readers who like it often enjoy The Story of the Amulet, The Road to Oz and The Scarecrow of Oz.
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