The Secret Commonwealth of Elves, Fauns & Fairies is an extraordinary journey into the hidden folklore and mysticism of Scotland’s magical realms. Written by Reverend Robert Kirk in the late 17th century, this classic text dives into the secret lives of supernatural beings said to inhabit the Highlands—elves, fauns, fairies, and other mysterious entities that coexisted with humanity just beyond the visible world. Kirk’s observations capture the beliefs, sightings, and stories of these entities, revealing a world rich with wonder, superstition, and spiritual insights. This audiobook brings his writings to life, immersing listeners in Kirk’s vivid and curious accounts of otherworldly beings, their societies, and their elusive interactions with humans. Perfect for lovers of folklore, mysticism, and the unexplained, The Secret Commonwealth is an essential listen for anyone intrigued by the hidden layers of reality and the enduring power of the unseen.
CHAPTERS
00:00 – DEDICATION TO ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON, and Poems
3:56 – KIRK’S SECRET COMMONWEALTH. INTRODUCTION. I. THE HISTORY OF THE BOOK AND AUTHOR
10:19 – II. THE SECRET COMMONWEALTH.
17:01 – III. “THE SUBTERRANEAN INHABITANTS.”
24:08 – IV. FAIRYLAND AND HADES.
43:19 – V. FAIRIES AND PSYCHICAL RESEARCH
1:15:18 – VI. SECOND SIGHT AND “TELEPATHY.”
1:27:33 – Expanded old title page and quotes
1:30:05 – OF THE SUBTERRANEAN INHABITANTS
2:19:04 – A SUCCINT ACCOMPT OF My LORD TARBOTT’S RELATIONS, IN A LETTER TO THE HONOURABLE ROBERT BOYLE, ESQUIRE, OF THE PREDICTIONS MADE BY SEERS,
3:10:03 – NOTES. INTRODUCTION
3:17:11 – POSTSCRIPT
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