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Flaxius

By Charles Godfrey Leland
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A sequence of linked fables and episodes chronicles an immortal's wanderings through mythic and historical scenes, mixing folklore, magic, and satirical verse. The narrator recounts encounters with fairies, devils, gods, and famed figures, episodes set in Florence, Hades, India, and imagined futures, and moments of transformation, trial, and social comedy. Interspersed are ballads and humorous sketches that contrast popular manners with supernatural lore. The work blends moral reflection, ironic storytelling, and folkloric detail to explore longevity, cultural memory, and the interplay between the imaginative and the everyday.

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Charles Godfrey Leland

Charles Godfrey Leland was an American author, folklorist, and humorist, known for his diverse contributions to literature and culture in the 19th century. He is particularly recognized for his works on folklore and the Romani culture, as seen in titles like "The English Gipsies and Their Language" and "Gypsy Sorcery and Fortune Telling." Leland also explored themes of American history and mythology, notably in "Abraham Lincoln and the Abolition of Slavery in the United States." His literary style often blended humor with a deep appreciation for the oral traditions of various cultures, making him a unique figure in American literary heritage.

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