Welsh Fairy Tales

"Welsh Fairy Tales," by William Elliot Griffis, is an enthralling compilation of traditional Welsh folktales. The book, which was published in the late nineteenth century, dives into the rich fabric of Welsh mythology and narrative, giving readers a glimpse into the magical and mysterious parts of Welsh culture. Griffis expertly assembles a collection of enthralling stories replete with magical creatures, heroic journeys, and moral lessons. The stories frequently revolve on themes of bravery, cunning, and the interaction of the human and otherworldly realms. Readers are transported to a world where dragons, fairies, and other supernatural species cohabit with mortals in these stories. The compilation reflects the author's strong admiration for Welsh culture and his thorough study, preserving the essence of these oral traditions for a larger audience.

William Elliot Griffis (September 17, 1843 - February 5, 1928) was a Congregational clergyman, lecturer, and prolific author from the United States. Griffis grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of a sea captain who eventually became a coal trader. After Robert E. Lee invaded Pennsylvania in 1863, he served as a corporal in Company H of the 44th Pennsylvania Militia for two months. Following the war, he attended Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey, where he graduated in 1869. Griffis tutored Tar Kusakabe [ja], a young samurai from the province of Echizen (part of present Fukui), in English and Latin at Rutgers. After a year of travel in Europe, he attended the Reformed Church in America seminary in New Brunswick (now known as the New Brunswick Theological Seminary).