![]() ![]() With physiology, remedies, courtship, legends, songs and personal accounts, Gnomes is a book for anyone with a inquisitive mind and an open heart. Which according to any gnome would be his cap, for a gnome is just not a gnome without his pointy red cap. ![]() Known mostly for their full beards, rosy cheeks and nose rubbing ways, within these pages you will discover just what it is to be a gnome. ![]() Gnomes is a charming and comprehensive guide into the world of these amazing and astonishing little people. ![]() Their sworn enemies, besides animals of prey, are trolls who are disliked for their foul odour and general badness in turn trolls detest gnomes for their beguiling ways and quick feet. Based on Rien Poortvliet and Wil Huygen's scientific observation of the local gnome population in Holland, Gnomes covers all areas of gnome culture: architecture, education, courtship, medicine, industry, and relationships with other mythical creatures. At times they have even been known to assist those in need, council those with difficulties and on occasion teach the unpleasant among us a hard lesson.Įlusive and cunning, these happy little men with their affinity for animals and knowledge of plant life run about the night on their secret duties, while at home the females are busy tending the children and completing domestic chores. Known for their wisdom, patience and kindness to small animals, gnomes have always been there as an essential part of nature. Wil Huygen, Rien Poortvliet (ills) Published by Pan Books, London, 1982 Seller: Richard Booths Bookshop, Hereford, United Kingdom Seller Rating: Contact seller Used - Hardcover Condition: Good £ 25 Convert currency £ 6 Shipping Within United Kingdom Quantity: 1 Add to Basket HardBack. For hundreds of years gnomes have watched, listened, advised, assisted and inspired us. ![]()
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