Fantasy is a distinct genre of literature that uses supernatural or imaginary characters in the plot to make a separate impression from other types of speculative fictions. The fancy elements of plot, theme, and setting distinguish the fantasy style from science fictions and horror stories. With ancient mythological characters and legends in the forefront, Fantasy fictions have been one of the most popular book sellers since the Victorian period.
Some unparallel classic books and authors of this genre of literary work, which have gained an all time fame and recognition from the audience, are:
1. Elphenor and Weasel by Sylvia Townsend Warner
2. The Light Princess by George MacDonald
3. The Grove of Ashtaroth by John Buchan
4. Red-Peach-Blossom Inlet by Kenneth Morris
5. The Abominable Imprecation by Eric Linklater
6. The Troll by T. H. White
7. The Legend of the Christmas Rose by Selma Lagerlöf
8. The Bride of the Man-Horse by Lord Dunsany
9. The Foundling by Lloyd Alexander
10. The Thread by Vera Chapman
11. Lila the Werewolf by Peter S. Beagle
12. A Harp of Fishbones by Joan Aiken
13. April in Paris by Ursula K. Le Guin
14. The Mistress of Kaer-Mor by Evangeline Walton Ensley
15. The Accommodating Circumstance by Frank R. Stockton
Classic Fantasy Fictions can found as short stories or novels that are widely available in the book stores or libraries.
