The windfairies, and other tales

"The Windfairies and Other Tales" by Mary De Morgan is a treasury of captivating stories crafted for young readers in the late 1800s. Through imaginative narratives and rich illustrations, this book explores themes of love and loyalty, where humans and fairies intertwine in whimsical ways. The opening story introduces Lucilla, a solitary girl who finds friendship with the windfairies at her father's windmill; after a magical encounter, they teach her to dance and throughout her life the relationship helps her but also tests her resilience and loyalty and demonstrates the life long connection people and fairies can have including the consequences that shape their paths in life.