The Great British Fairytale

In National Dreams: The Remaking of Fairy Tales in Nineteenth-Century England, Jennifer Schacker boldly claims that the England of the nineteenth century had no real fairy tales of its own and so had to depend on the collections of folk and fairy tales passed on to them from other nations. Recognizing the political and economic [...]

Performing Dark Arts

Performing Dark Arts: A Cultural History of Conjuring is a remarkable read for two very important reasons. First, it tackles with relish a topic that has fascinated mankind throughout the annals of history, namely the art of conjuring. This skill of deception and performance flair, when performed with respect and skill, has been both a [...]