Drawing inspiration from the gnarled shrubbery of England's windswept moorlands, Brian Froud is best known for being the mad genius behind Jim Henson's film <i>The Dark Crystal </i>and illustrating such best-sellers as <i>Lady Cottington's Pressed Fairy Book</i>. In this volume, a long-awaited sequel to his international best-sellers <i>Faeries</i> and <i>Good Faeries/Bad Faeries</i>, Froud returns to the world of faerie with a wealth of new, never-before-seen paintings, watercolors, and drawings. Brian Froud's World of Faerie offers us a startling new vision of the magical realm, enhanced by Froud's own words about his experiences and insights. <br><br>This lavish, full-color book opens the door to Brian Froud's wondrous imagination as never before. It presents beautiful portrayals of faeries that have touched hearts and minds for generations. <i>World of Faerie</i> is by far Froud's most personal book, and represents this visionary artist and creator of fantasy worlds at the pinnacle of his powers. This encompassing volume is a must-have for faerie and fantasy fans of all ages, the world over.