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dryador hamadryadIn Greek mythology, tree nymphs. Dryads were originally the spirits of oak trees (drys: “oak”), but the name was later applied to all tree nymphs. They were nature spirits who took the form of beautiful young women, and it was believed that they lived only as long as the trees they inhabited. dryad Greek myth a nymph or divinity of the woods How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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It takes a decidedly subjective approach, however, when Altman writes about "communing with tree spirits . 1 To keep the Peace Tree spirit alive, Jo encourages teachers to select children as Peacemaker of the Week. But at night in Kmore's bed, and in the forest when they are alone, Maple Sugar becomes a tree spirit again. |
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