Myths of the Western Slavs
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Myths of the Western Slavs
9.99 €
Embark on a wild adventure, like the witcher Geralt of Rivia, across the fairytale lands of the Czech Republic, Poland, and Slovakia! The Western Slavs—Poles, Czechs, Slovaks, Kashubians, and Sorbs—cherish ancient legends that intricately intertwine echoes of ancient pagan beliefs and Christian legends. Welcome to the heart of Europe, where wood goblins and "wild men" lurk in the shadows of ancient oak groves, water spirits rule in river pools and beneath mill wheels, and at midday, the fearsome poudnitsa emerges from the stubble.
You'll learn why you should never answer the cry of a heikal, whether the souls of poachers roaming the forests are dangerous, how to deal with a wayward water spirit haunting a well, or a drowned man stranded in a swamp at night, and you'll also encounter friendlier creatures from the West Slavic bestiary—forest ladies who will show you a berry or mushroom patch, and the eerie but peaceful bozzontki.
And in the cities, you'll be eagerly told legends about the Wawel Dragon, defeated by a brave tailor, and the robber Henryk, who grew into the wall of St. John's Cathedral in Wrocław, about the sorcerer Pan Twardowski, who consorted with the devil, and about the devil from Lublin, who proved more honest than many. The pages of this book bring to life the ancient gods—Perun, Veles, and Morana—and the heroes of familiar childhood fairy tales: "The Twelve Months," "King Thrushbeard," "The Scarlet Flower," and "Three Nuts for Cinderella." Color and black-and-white illustrations will transport you to a fairytale world where you can feel like a fantasy hero: a wandering witcher, a sorceress, a bard, a princess, or a student alchemist!
The "Myths of the World: The Most Fabulous Stories of Humanity" series will introduce you to the captivating stories of different countries and peoples. It's the perfect way to immerse yourself in the world of other cultures and broaden your horizons. Witness the epic battles of the gods, mysterious rituals, and legendary heroes!
You'll learn why you should never answer the cry of a heikal, whether the souls of poachers roaming the forests are dangerous, how to deal with a wayward water spirit haunting a well, or a drowned man stranded in a swamp at night, and you'll also encounter friendlier creatures from the West Slavic bestiary—forest ladies who will show you a berry or mushroom patch, and the eerie but peaceful bozzontki.
And in the cities, you'll be eagerly told legends about the Wawel Dragon, defeated by a brave tailor, and the robber Henryk, who grew into the wall of St. John's Cathedral in Wrocław, about the sorcerer Pan Twardowski, who consorted with the devil, and about the devil from Lublin, who proved more honest than many. The pages of this book bring to life the ancient gods—Perun, Veles, and Morana—and the heroes of familiar childhood fairy tales: "The Twelve Months," "King Thrushbeard," "The Scarlet Flower," and "Three Nuts for Cinderella." Color and black-and-white illustrations will transport you to a fairytale world where you can feel like a fantasy hero: a wandering witcher, a sorceress, a bard, a princess, or a student alchemist!
The "Myths of the World: The Most Fabulous Stories of Humanity" series will introduce you to the captivating stories of different countries and peoples. It's the perfect way to immerse yourself in the world of other cultures and broaden your horizons. Witness the epic battles of the gods, mysterious rituals, and legendary heroes!
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