[Oh, that was sweet. And it brought a smile to Bedivere's face.]
Beowulf is one I remember, it was a popular one told by storytellers when I was young. And we always listened to stories of humans who ran afoul the Fair Folk, though I suspect those were ones more meant to get us to behave than for our entertainment. I never would have suspected that they had any basis in reality, and I'm sure you can imagine how surprised I was when I found out that there was some truth to both of them.
Finally, my English degree (somewhat) pays off!
Beowulf is one I remember, it was a popular one told by storytellers when I was young. And we always listened to stories of humans who ran afoul the Fair Folk, though I suspect those were ones more meant to get us to behave than for our entertainment. I never would have suspected that they had any basis in reality, and I'm sure you can imagine how surprised I was when I found out that there was some truth to both of them.