Ferns and Fairy Tales
Photography by Scott Irvine
There is something inherently magical about ferns. Perhaps it’s because they’ve retained their prehistoric look. Ferns took root long before animals walked...
Artemis of the Silver Bow
In the shadows of mountains and in the wind on mountain-tops
She loves to take her bow
Her bow made all of silver
And shoot off her...
The Ink, the Devil, the Wicked Errata
Explore the rich history and artistry of book production, from the evolution of calligraphy inks to the rise of the printing press. Discover the magic of decorated edges, the allure of Brobdingnagiana and Lilliputiana, and the cautionary tales of books with fatal secrets. Join the celebration of bibliophilia and the enduring power of books to inspire, comfort, and connect readers across generations.
The Troubadour’s Guide to Modern Courtly Love
Article from the Medieval Issue #41
Print // Digital
Ah, young courtly love, the all-consuming, not-quite platonic, and entirely effusive adoration of a medieval knight for his liege’s wife. The...
Golden Slumbers
Feature: The Rose Bower (1885 –1890), by Edward Burne-Jones
Artmedia / Alamy Stock Photo
In the dining room of Buscot Park, in Oxfordshire, England, a beautiful...
The Witch in Autumn
Photographer: Val Gleason @vallerina01
Model: Jessica White @_.Jxssiica._
HMUA: Jonathan Lee of Magic Demon Cosmetics @magickmua_studios
Sometimes, in autumn, you’re not sure whether to laugh or...
Ships of Flame
Flying Dutchman (20th century), English School
©Look and Learn:Bridgeman Images
From Issue 59 - The Nautical Issue
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My grandfather once saw the Phantom...
Lure Of The Sea: Life of A Love Witch
The lure of the sea, the mystery of the deep waters, and the enchantment of the swirling tides have woven their threads into the story of...
A Tale as Old as Time
As the classic Disney song reminds us, “Beauty and the Beast” possesses a rich history and a powerful legacy of enchantment. While most versions we...
The Moon-Gazing Hare
Look for her at midnight, as she twitches her nose and raises her head to the full moon, soft ears falling behind her. She...