Sara Maitland
Moss Witch: And Other Stories
- ISBN 13:
- 9781905583423
- author:
- Sara Maitland
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Comma Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 232
- Dimensions:
- 12.8 x 1.4 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Women Writers & Fiction, Short Stories
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Moss Witch And Other Stories by Sara Maitland is a collection of short fiction that weaves together scientific research with ancient myths and folkloric archetypes. Each story explores the intersection of science and folklore, featuring witches who outwit botanists, scientists who fall in love with their subjects, and more. In this unique blend of science and mythology, Maitland draws on a range of disciplines, from quantum mechanics to planetary physics. The result is a fascinating and thought-provoking collection that challenges readers to think differently about the world around them. A specially written afterword by a scientist accompanies each story, providing further insight into the scientific theories explored in the book. With its innovative approach to storytelling, Moss Witch And Other Stories is an intriguing read for anyone interested in science, mythology, and the intersection of both.