Faerie Magick Podcasts

In this week's Faerie Magick podcast, Fiona discusses dwarves. Roots: Dwarves are mentioned around the world in a variety of cultures and societies.  In Western culture, most folkore traditions seem to be rooted in Germany, Switzerland and England. Classic examples: Leprechauns, Snow White & the Seven Dwarves, and the ladies' attendants in King Arthur's court.  The latter are sometimes associated with ghosts, and the distinctions aren't clear. Appearance: Generally male, and human-like but diminutive, ranging from six inches tall to the more usual two to three feet tall.  The men look old and wise and often have long gray beards, but they aren't "old" since dwarves are immortal. Dwarves generally own some magical item of clothing such as a cap, a ring, a cloak or cape, or a belt.  It usually gives the invisibility, which is a form of glamoury. Most (but not all) dwarves are also shape-shifters.  (That's different from glamoury, which is largely an illusion.)  They usually turn into a creature with wings.