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Anna Karenina (1948)

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MYTHS SERIES || Banshee

Banshee or Bean Sidhe according to most interpretations is not an evil being but a female spirit or fairy who advertises with its moaning the death of the listener or any of their relatives or friends. The legend originated in Ireland, has been rooted in Celtic folklore since the eighth century. Etymologically “Bean Sidhe” comes from the Gaelic and means “Fairy of the Spirit” or “Fairy of the Hill”, however, over time its use throughout the United Kingdom led to the anglicized “banshee”.

The story of the banshee began as a fairy woman keening at the death of important personages. Banshees were said to appear for particular Irish families, though which families made it onto this list varied depending on who was telling the story. Stories of banshees were also prevalent in the West Highlands of Scotland.

Although not always seen, her mourning call is heard, usually at night when someone is about to die and usually around woods. The banshee may also appear in a variety of other forms, such as that of a hooded crow, stoat, hare and weasel - animals associated in Ireland with witchcraft.

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