The Blue Moon

Name: The Blue Moon
Author: Laurence Housman

By Laurence Housman

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About This Book

A collection of fairy tales and short fantasies that interweave pastoral and courtly settings, following peasants, children, lovers and supernatural beings through episodes of enchantment, mishap and moral reckoning. Stories range from a lovers' separation recalled under a mythic blue moon to encounters with fairies, changelings, and moon-besotted folk, often hinging on wish, courage, or a single mistake. Recurring moon imagery, whimsical irony, and concise moral reflections shape narratives that alternate gentle humor with darker consequences, offering imaginative retellings of folklore motifs in varied episodic forms.

About the Author

Laurence Housman

Laurence Housman was an English playwright, poet, and illustrator, known for his contributions to Victorian literature. He was the brother of the more famous A.E. Housman and carved out his own niche with works that often explored themes of love, morality, and social issues. His notable plays include "Angels and Ministers, and Other Victorian Plays" and "Bethlehem: A Nativity Play," which reflect his interest in both the theatrical and the spiritual. Housman's writing is characterized by its lyrical quality and a deep engagement with the human experience, making him a significant figure in the literary heritage of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.