The Witches Of Kyiv

Author : Orest Somov
Publisher : Sova Books
ISBN 13 : 0987594397
Total Pages : 85 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Witches of Kyiv written by Orest Somov and published by Sova Books. This book was released on 2016-11-04 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Witches of Kyiv and Other Gothic Tales by Orest Somov the supernatural is present throughout Ukraine, from a cemetery in Kyivan Rus, to an isolated forest cottage in the seventeenth century Kozak era, to the society ballrooms of Somov’s own world – the early nineteenth century. Gothic horror appears in many guises including witches, warlocks, demons and vengeful ‘rusalka’. Strange soothsayers and malevolent visitors represent the forces of good and evil. In her foreword Dr Svitlana Krys describes Somov “as an initiator of an indigenous literary tradition of the Gothic in the Ukrainian literary canon”. Native folk traditions, ghost stories and European Romanticism are twisted together in Somov’s imaginative tales, most of which are published here in English for the first time.

Author : Leopold von Sacher-Masoch
Publisher : Sova Books
ISBN 13 : 0987594370
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Bloody Wedding in Kyiv written by Leopold von Sacher-Masoch and published by Sova Books. This book was released on 2016-07-05 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Kateryna Dysa
Publisher : Central European University Press
ISBN 13 : 615505312X
Total Pages : 264 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ukrainian Witchcraft Trials written by Kateryna Dysa and published by Central European University Press. This book was released on 2020-09-01 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ukrainian Witchcraft Trials is an analysis of early modern witchcraft trials and legal procedures in Ukrainian lands, along with an examination of quantitative data drawn from the different trials. Kateryna Dysa first describes the ideological background of the tribunals based on works written by priests and theologians that reflect attitudes towards the devil and witches. The main focus of her work, however, is the process leading to witchcraft accusations. From the stories of participants of the trials she shows what led people to enunciate first suspicions then accusations of witchcraft. Finally, she presents a microhistory from one Volhynian village, comparing attitudes towards two "female crimes" in the Ukrainian courts. The study is based on archival research together with previously published witch trials transcripts. Dysa approaches the trials as indications of belief and practice, attempting to understand the actors involved rather than dismiss or condemn them. She takes care to situate Ukrainian witchcraft and its accompanying trials in a broader European context, with comparisons to some African cases as well.

Author : Scot N. George
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781544053981
Total Pages : 158 pages
Book Rating : 4.83/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Biddings of Mara written by Scot N. George and published by . This book was released on 2017-03-16 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I hope you will be captivated by the mythological characters of Slavic folklore as much as I have been after my initial introduction to their magical charm through the writings of Lesya Ukrainka's Dramatis Person�, "The Forest Song". I pray I do them justice in my tale of two witches, a tale of half-sisters, whose clash of wills become hopelessly entangled in the eternal struggle between good and evil.The setting takes place in and around the city of Kyiv in the mid to late 1800's. The two sisters reside in a stately manor situated upon a rocky precipice where the Gothic mansion culminates into three spires that tower over their surroundings. The iconic landmark, located just north of the historic Golden Gate in Kyiv, served as the inspiration in concocting my story. It stands there still today in slight disarray and can be easily seen on a leisurely walking tour about the city center.Part one will introduce you to the wicked Mara as she plies her cunning wiles to manipulate events thereby swaying a young paladin, Yuri, into doing her biddings. He follows his heart, enabling him to summon the courage to overcome self doubt and retrieve three sacred relics empowering Mara with untold abilities in marshalling the dark arts to command at her beck and call.Fate and destiny intertwine their resolve, wrestling over which will control the outcome of Yuri's efforts. Shall it be hope or shall it be despair in the end that wins the day?

Author : Lada Luzina
Publisher : Glagoslav Publications
ISBN 13 : 9660389574
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ukrainian Womens Magic Traditions written by Lada Luzina and published by Glagoslav Publications. This book was released on 2020-10-16 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lada Luzina — Golden Writer of Ukraine: “The folk rites of our great-grandmothers are so riddled with magic that there is no doubt — it was these real holidays and rituals that became the basis for all the famous legends and tales of Kiev witches. Reading now about the magical traditions of Ukrainians, you never cease to be amazed at what unique ancestors and knowledge our ancestors possessed! What a special, unique role a woman played in the Ukrainian community! And from what great depths these or other customs come!”

Author : Svitlana Yakovenko
Publisher : Sova Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ancient Grains: Ukrainian Recipes written by Svitlana Yakovenko and published by Sova Books. This book was released on 2018-10-14 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ancient Grains: Ukrainian Recipes, a Ukrainian cookbook, where recipes and articles are brought together by the subject of grains or cereals that are popular in Ukraine. Whether you are vegan or a meat-lover, whether you prefer savoury dishes or have a sweet tooth, hopefully, you will find recipes that suit your taste and diet. The book offers over 80 recipes to choose from, many of which are time-honoured traditional Ukrainian dishes. The book also contains some interesting stories about old Ukrainian traditions and customs, in which grain plays an important role.

Author : Vasyl Gabor
Publisher : Sova Books
ISBN 13 : 0648948595
Total Pages : 190 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Book of Exotic Dreams and Real Events written by Vasyl Gabor and published by Sova Books. This book was released on 2024-03-03 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on an unforgettable literary journey with “A Book of Exotic Dreams and Real Events”, a mesmerising collection of novellas and short stories by the acclaimed Ukrainian author Vasyl Gabor. This second, revised English edition brings Gabor’s profound and imaginative works to a broader audience, first published in Ukrainian in 1999 and translated into English in 2012 by the adept British translator Patrick Corness, assisted by Ukrainian experts Natalia Pomirko and Oksana Bunio. Vasyl Gabor masterfully blends mysticism, folklore fantasy, detective intrigue, and adventure with phantasmagoric surrealism. His stories create a rich, complex tapestry where reality intertwines with the otherworldly, enveloping the reader in an atmosphere of wonder and mystery. Gabor’s intricate narrative design challenges and captivates, ensuring each story remains etched in your memory long after the last page is turned. This collection is not just a reading experience; it’s a journey through a realm of intense emotions and existential contemplations. The stories resonate with a sense of anxiety and unease, compelling you to live through them rather than merely read them. Finishing this book is a transformative experience, leaving you feeling changed, refreshed, and deeply moved. Written over more than two decades, this collection showcases Gabor’s evolution as a writer and his unique ability to capture the complexities of the human condition. Whether you’re a lover of surreal narratives, deep existential themes, or simply looking for a book that challenges the norms, “A Book of Exotic Dreams and Real Events” is an essential addition to your library. Dive into this extraordinary collection and let Vasyl Gabor’s vivid storytelling awaken your imagination and stir your soul.

Author : Olesya Salnikova Gilmore
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0593546989
Total Pages : 433 pages
Book Rating : 4.87/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Witch and the Tsar written by Olesya Salnikova Gilmore and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2023-08-22 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A delicate weaving of myth and history, The Witch and the Tsar breathes new life into stories you think you know."–Hannah Whitten, New York Times bestselling author of For the Wolf In this stunning debut novel, the maligned and immortal witch of legend known as Baba Yaga will risk all to save her country and her people from Tsar Ivan the Terrible—and the dangerous gods who seek to drive the twisted hearts of men. As a half-goddess possessing magic, Yaga is used to living on her own, her prior entanglements with mortals having led to heartbreak. She mostly keeps to her hut in the woods, where those in need of healing seek her out, even as they spread rumors about her supposed cruelty and wicked spells. But when her old friend Anastasia—now the wife of the tsar, and suffering from a mysterious illness—arrives in her forest desperate for her protection, Yaga realizes the fate of all of Russia is tied to Anastasia’s. Yaga must step out of the shadows to protect the land she loves. As she travels to Moscow, Yaga witnesses a sixteenth century Russia on the brink of chaos. Tsar Ivan—soon to become Ivan the Terrible—grows more volatile and tyrannical by the day, and Yaga believes the tsaritsa is being poisoned by an unknown enemy. But what Yaga cannot know is that Ivan is being manipulated by powers far older and more fearsome than anyone can imagine. Olesya Salnikova Gilmore weaves a rich tapestry of mythology and Russian history, reclaiming and reinventing the infamous Baba Yaga, and bringing to life a vibrant and tumultuous Russia, where old gods and new tyrants vie for power. This fierce and compelling novel draws from the timeless lore to create a heroine for the modern day, fighting to save her country and those she loves from oppression while also finding her true purpose as a goddess, a witch, and a woman.

Author : Victoria Ugryumova
Publisher : Nahs Haus
ISBN 13 : 9662536426
Total Pages : 105 pages
Book Rating : 4.23/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Interesting UKRAINE written by Victoria Ugryumova and published by Nahs Haus. This book was released on 2022-03-04 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains 100 fascinating articles about the most vivid symbols of Ukraine – from official, such as the national emblem and flag, to folk, like borsch and horilka; the main Ukrainian cities, outstanding historical figures, the most popular dishes of the national cuisine, handicrafts, natural beauty, and achievements in science and technology. Why did we post this books for free? You know that our country is going through a difficult time right now, and today we really need the recognition of Ukraine as a full-fledged civilised European state. I hope that after reading (or just looking through) these books, you will be convinced that Ukraine is not a “third world” country, but a strong, beautiful state, with its own interesting history, worthy of being a member of the EU.

Author : Dawn Keetley
Publisher : University of Wales Press
ISBN 13 : 1786839806
Total Pages : 322 pages
Book Rating : 4.00/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Folk Horror written by Dawn Keetley and published by University of Wales Press. This book was released on 2023-04-15 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While the undisputed heyday of folk horror was Britain in the 1960s and 1970s, the genre has not only a rich cinematic and literary prehistory, but directors and novelists around the world have also been reinventing folk horror for the contemporary moment. This study sets out to rethink the assumptions that have guided critical writing on the genre in the face of such expansions, with chapters exploring a range of subjects from the fiction of E. F. Benson to Scooby-Doo, video games, and community engagement with the Lancashire witches. In looking beyond Britain, the essays collected here extend folk horror's geographic terrain to map new conceptualisations of the genre now seen emerging from Italy, Ukraine, Thailand, Mexico and the Appalachian region of the US.