The legends from the Bulgarian lands are rife with supernatural beings, which were very frequently presented as demonic and evil, intent on harming people. Some of them appeared in a disembodied form, others as natural disasters and elements, and still others in humanoid or animal form.
The book will share with you some of the most interesting, magical and sinister beings from Bulgarian mythology. You will find out people’s beliefs related to the creation and structure of the earthly and heavenly world. You will also learn about some of the rites and customs associated with the mythological beings believed to have roamed Bulgarian lands.
Common folk’s ideas about the visible and invisible world around them come to life in the detailed drawings accompanying the descriptions. These mythological beings are not just a figment of people’s imagination; they carry deep symbolism and messages that reflect the centuries-old wisdom and spiritual quest of Bulgarian people.
