Andrew Lang

Andrew Lang

critic United Kingdom

Andrew Lang (1844-1912) was a Scottish poet, novelist, and anthropologist, best known for his collections of fairy tales and folk stories, which include the famous 'Blue Fairy Book.' A notable figure in the development of folklore studies, Lang's work often blended literary criticism with a keen interest in mythology and the supernatural. His writings contributed to the understanding of narrative forms and the cultural significance of storytelling, and he also engaged with contemporary debates about spiritualism and the nature of reality, making him an influential voice in Victorian literature.

Born on Mar 31, 1844 (181 years old)

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United States United States: State Republican Sen. Andrew Lang criticizes Governor Walz and Democrats for their fiscal policies. 3

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Kenya Kenya: Andrew Lang drew comparisons between dreaming and ghost-seeing in 1897. 6

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