The Field of Clover

Name: The Field of Clover
Author: Laurence Housman

By Laurence Housman

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This collection assembles short fantasy tales centered on enchanted objects, dreamlike landscapes, and trickster figures. One multipart narrative follows a simple-minded youth named Noodle as he encounters giants, a burning rose, and magical contrivances while attempting to obtain a captive princess. Other stories present allegorical episodes — a crown's warranty, a wishing-pot, provisions for emigrants, and animated puppets — each blending moral puzzle with fanciful invention. Wood-engraved illustrations accompany the text, reinforcing its folkloric tone and ornate imagery.

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.