Mythical Spirits of Winter. Holidays, Traditions, and Creatures of the Most Magical Time of the Year

The book is a guide to the most mysterious time of the year when ancient spirits come to life, fairies dance in the snowstorms, and even stones reveal their secrets on Christmas night. You will learn:
• Who actually visits our... homes in winter? Besides good old Santa, household spirits, ancestral spirits, and mysterious White Ladies visit during the snowy season – some bring blessings, while others check whether we are worthy of their gifts.
• Why shouldn’t letters be burned in the fireplace in December? And how can a cat warn about a ghostly visit? Ancient prohibitions and customs that protected our ancestors.
• How did people welcome winter in ancient times? From the Celtic Samhain to the holiday season – traditions where pagan magic and Christian customs intertwined.
• Why is winter a time for ghosts? Processions of the souls of drowned sailors, “wild hunters” in the snowstorms, and spirits that knock on windows to warn of changes.
But this is not just a collection of legends. The author shows how to revive winter traditions today: how to decorate your home to attract good spirits, what gifts to leave for the fairies, and much more.