Encyclopedia of Russian & Slavic Myth and LegendThere are few stories more stirring than those of ancient Russia. Russian and other Slavic beliefs weave a rich tapestry in which real-world elements coexist with those from fantasy, such as dragons, monsters, and shape-changing wolves. Though Russia adopted Christianity as the state religion in A.D. 988, paganism remained popular through the end of the 19th century and survives in isolated pockets even today. In Russian myth and legend, Christian themes are interwoven with pagan ideas: dragons fight priests, saints encounter nymphs, and witches enter the kingdom of heaven. Encyclopedia of Russian and Slavic Myth and Legend includes extensive historical, geographical, and biographical background to deepen the reader's understanding of the myth and legend. Numerous illustrations are included in this fascinating volume, which will be of great interest to students, scholars, and everyone who wishes to explore the cultural heritage of ancient Russia. |
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| Title | Encyclopedia of Russian & Slavic Myth and Legend |
| Author | Mike Dixon-Kennedy |
| Edition | illustrated |
| Publisher | ABC-CLIO, 1998 |
| ISBN | 1576070638, 9781576070635 |
| Length | 375 pages |
| Subjects | › History / Russia & the Former Soviet Union Literary Criticism / Russian & Former Soviet Union Reference / Encyclopedias Social Science / Folklore & Mythology |
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