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

The book – a guide to the most mysterious time of year when ancient spirits awaken, fairies dance in the snowstorm, and on Christmas night even stones reveal their secrets. You will learn:
• Who really comes to our homes in winter? Besides kind Santa,... during the snowy season, house spirits, ancestral spirits, and mysterious White Ladies visit – some bring blessings, while others check if we are worthy of their gifts.
• Why is it forbidden to burn letters in the fireplace in December? And how can a cat warn of a ghost's visit? Ancient prohibitions and customs that protected our ancestors.
• How did ancient people welcome winter? From Celtic Samhain to Yule – traditions where pagan magic and Christian rituals intertwine.
• Why is winter the time of ghosts? Processions of drowned sailors' souls, “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 kind spirits, what gifts to leave for fairies and much more.