What is the book about? One of the most important books dedicated to Polish demonology.
The fascinating world of Slavic spirits and demons has inspired notable figures in science for years. Dr. Leonard Pełka, a student of Bohdan Baranowski, spent many years studying this intriguing topic. The result of his research is "Polish Folk Demonology: The Beliefs of Ancient Slavs" – a unique and timeless work.
Demons of storm clouds and hail. Wind and whirlwind demons. Domestic demons, demons of evil. Beings harming midwives, choking and draining blood. Demons of disease and death. Demons disemboweling domestic animals. Where did they come from? Why were they believed in? How were they fought?
The author refers to folklore, drawing on fairy tales and folk stories from various parts of the country, as well as regional anecdotes and proverbs. He presents a colorful picture of the world of Polish demons, devils, and semi-demonic beings, as well as all sorts of terrors, apparitions, and dreams. He does so meticulously and with a passion that emanates from every page of this work.




