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THE DUSTMAN

English Folklore
A Sleep Spirit

This is the name of a nursery spirit in the folklore of England. The DUSTMAN is a sleep SPIRIT who comes at night to small children, and by sprinkling magic dust over their eyes, like the OLE LUK OJ of Denmark, the children fall asleep. By his enchantment, he ensures that they have pleasant dreams.

Source: Spirits, Fairies, Leprechauns, and Goblins Encyclopedia

Posted by Caffeine on May 24, 2006 02:18 PM |

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