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Feathercap: A Fable of Truth and Fancy
A new fairytale in the classic tradition, "Feathercap" is a short story for children and adults alike. Illustrated with classic woodcuts from the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries, it's a holiday love letter from the author to his wife that he's decided to share with everyone. An enchanted tale of life's ebbs and flows, the mysteries nature and the magic of one boy's dream, "Feathercap" is sure to delight readers of all ages.
56 pages, Paperback
First published December 15, 2012
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About the author
Stifyn Emrys
13 books35 followersStifyn Emrys has written on subjects as diverse as history, religion, politics and language. He has served as an editor for fiction and non-fiction projects, and his first book, "The Gospel of the Phoenix," a new perspective on the life of Jesus, was published in July 2012. A first anniversary Special Edition has been published, including 60 pages of author commentary, classic illustrations and reformatted text for easier reading.
He has published seven subsequent works:
1) "Requiem for a Phantom God," a critique of monotheism.
2) "The Phoenix Principle," an examination the role Pagan folklore and political intrigues played in the development of Western religion.
3) "Undefeated," a series of vignettes focusing on individuals who have triumphed over bullying, bigotry and oppression.
4) "Feathercap," a new fairytale for children and adults.
5) "Identity Break," the first installment in a new "Identity Quest" YA/science fiction/adventure series and the author's first novel.
6) "Artifice," a novella in the "Identity Quest" series.
7) "The Way of the Phoenix," a collection of original fables, proverbs and parables.
The author has lectured occasionally on the pagan origins of Christianity and continues to research the development of religious traditions. He has worked as an editor, columnist, educator and reporter. He is currently working on his first novel. He lives in California with his wife, stepson, one cat and one dog.
He has published seven subsequent works:
1) "Requiem for a Phantom God," a critique of monotheism.
2) "The Phoenix Principle," an examination the role Pagan folklore and political intrigues played in the development of Western religion.
3) "Undefeated," a series of vignettes focusing on individuals who have triumphed over bullying, bigotry and oppression.
4) "Feathercap," a new fairytale for children and adults.
5) "Identity Break," the first installment in a new "Identity Quest" YA/science fiction/adventure series and the author's first novel.
6) "Artifice," a novella in the "Identity Quest" series.
7) "The Way of the Phoenix," a collection of original fables, proverbs and parables.
The author has lectured occasionally on the pagan origins of Christianity and continues to research the development of religious traditions. He has worked as an editor, columnist, educator and reporter. He is currently working on his first novel. He lives in California with his wife, stepson, one cat and one dog.
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December 20, 2012
It was amazing. I just love the forest setting and how it goes from father to son for 3 generations. The thought of the owl, feather and Imperious gives you the thought of a shape shifting owl/human is spectacular. My 10 year old daughter also loved the book and now wants to have a more spiritual life than the religious studies the school gives her.
This book also has the good point of view of a person who always keeps their word, something that is lacking in this world. It also shows that if you make a commitment to something that you should always follow through as you never know what the rewards are for having the courage and strength to do something that is different to what you would normally do.
This is one book that will be read a lot in this house, through myself reading it again a number of times to my children who also love this book.
Thank you Stifyn Emrys for writing such a fantastic book.
This book also has the good point of view of a person who always keeps their word, something that is lacking in this world. It also shows that if you make a commitment to something that you should always follow through as you never know what the rewards are for having the courage and strength to do something that is different to what you would normally do.
This is one book that will be read a lot in this house, through myself reading it again a number of times to my children who also love this book.
Thank you Stifyn Emrys for writing such a fantastic book.
March 11, 2013
I ordered Feathercap for my Kindle so I could read it to my 3 nieces for storytime. They absolutely LOVED it. We have read it 5 times since I bought it under a week ago. It's well on it's way to being their favorite story. I would recommend this book to any parent looking for something different to read to their kids. Absolutely amazing book!
January 14, 2013
Magical. It was delightful to lose myself in the world and time created within this intriguing and magical tale, where keeping one’s word leads to enchanting rewards. Finely crafted, those who live within this story will linger within your heart long after the last page is turned.
February 2, 2013
LOVE this fairytale!!!!! Utterly LOVE it <3
August 23, 2015
A great little short story!
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