Magical creatures of Ukrainian myth. Pest spirits

About the book

Small pests, children's fears, diseases in the form of living creatures - Dara Korniy collected stories about the ancient beliefs of Ukrainians about spirits that defile and bring trouble every day. You will find out what the plague and cholera looked like in the imagination of our ancestors, who is such a flirt, you will read a sad fairy tale about a kiss. So get ready to travel to the spooky world of mischief and wandering, to this magical secret corner where the dark side of existence and night ghosts hide.

About the author

Dara Korniy is a Ukrainian fantasy writer, journalist and volunteer. In his works, he refers to Ukrainian mythology and ethnography. The author of the novels "Moon", "Constellation of Maidens" and the book series "Magical Creatures of Ukrainian Myth".

What is interesting about this book:

Dara Korniy gives completely logical explanations for the existence of ancient Ukrainian mythological creatures - they were invented to teach and warn against harmful behavior. For the series "Magical Creatures of Ukrainian Myth", the writer has been collecting materials for more than ten years, when she realized that there is a lack of similar literature about ancient Ukrainian beliefs in a format that would be understandable and accessible not only to scientists, but also to adults and children.

How to read: 

You can read with children: the author has specially depicted evil spirits in such a way that they are not too scary for children and so that the whole family can read folk tales, myths and legends together.