Nature Folklore

The Green Man has watched from churches, gardens, pub signs and ancient stone for centuries. His face appears among leaves and branches, familiar yet mysterious—but who is he, and why does his image continue to speak to us? The Foliate Way: The Green Man is a wide-ranging journey through the history, folklore, symbolism and living presence of one of our most enduring figures. Michael Arluna Celestial follows the Green Man from medieval carvings and sacred architecture into woodland traditions, seasonal customs, literature, art and modern nature-based spirituality. Rather than forcing the ...

Step beyond the garden hedge and rediscover a way of living shaped by nature, observation, folklore and the turning seasons. The Foliate Way: A Hedge Witch’s Handbook is a richly detailed guide to developing a personal, grounded spiritual practice rooted in the living world. Written for both newcomers and experienced practitioners, it brings together traditional wisdom, practical exercises and thoughtful reflection without demanding rigid beliefs or elaborate tools. Within these pages, you will explore: • The history and meaning of hedge witchcraft • Building a personal practice ...

In 988, a crowd dragged the idol of Perun down a Kyiv hillside behind a horse and threw it into the Dnipro. The god's thunder never sank. Ukrainian Mythology is a story-driven guide to the gods, spirits and monsters of Ukrainian folk belief: the storm god who was drowned and kept coming back, the only goddess standing among five male idols in Prince Volodymyr's pantheon, the house spirit who lives behind the stove, the beauty with no back, and the original vampire, from whose Slavic name the word "vampire" itself descends. Each of the 21 chapters opens with a scene, a legend or a question, ...

A GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK #1 LibraryReads Pick Indie Next Pick A spellbinding novel about sisters separated by centuries, but bound together by the sea, from the author of the runaway New York Times bestseller Weyward. “Narrator Barrie Kreinik offers a first-rate...

An old doorway. A face among the leaves. A story waiting to be explored. Who is the Green Man, and why does his leafy face continue to capture our imagination? In The Green Man’s Roots: History, Folklore and Sacred Places, Michael Arluna Celestial invites you to discover the carvings, stories and landscapes surrounding this intriguing figure. From medieval churches and weathered stone to woodland folklore, old places and contemporary art, this book follows the Green Man’s many appearances—and explores how his meanings have changed over time. Inside, you will explore: • The face ...

After the Forest is a dark and enchanting fantasy debut from Kell Woods that explores the repercussions of a childhood filled with magic and a young woman contending with the truth of “happily ever after.” Ginger. Honey. Cinnamon. Flour. Twenty years after the witch in the gingerbread house...

A practical guide to the ancient magical tradition of Russian sorcery and Eastern Slavic magical rites Offers step-by-step instructions for more than 300 spells, incantations, charms, amulets, and practical rituals for love, career success, protection, healing, divination, communicating with...

The natural history of humankind told through our long relationship with birds. “Moss is a captivating storyteller.” —Wall Street Journal For the whole of human history, we have lived alongside birds. We have hunted and domesticated them for food; venerated them in our mythologies...

In this beautifully illustrated guide, bring the power of ancient tradition to the modern world, and reconnect with nature and yourself through traditional folk wisdom. Organized around the pagan wheel of the year, The Ancient Ways introduces readers to the natural rhythms that governed our...

An extraordinary compilation of legends and rituals about nature's ever-present signs. From the birds that soar above us to the insects beneath our feet, Native American healer Bobby Lake-Thom shows how the creatures of the earth can aid us in healing and self-knowledge. “There are ancient...

Nineteen years ago, the Blackrock backcountry claimed the life of an experienced hunter. The official report blamed a tragic accident and animal scavenging. The discovery of a single impossible footprint in a forgotten search photograph proves the coroner was wrong. Keir Hollis returns to the deep woods to retrace his father's final steps and finally lay his grief to rest. He expects to find closure in the silent forest. Instead, his small expedition uncovers a trail of mutilated wildlife and an apex predator that has claimed the drainage as its exclusive territory. Forced off the trail by ...

Discover the Hidden Mysteries of the Grand Canyon State Beneath Arizona’s sun-drenched deserts and crimson cliffs lies a world of wonder, mystery, and untold stories. Folklore America: Arizona invites you on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the state’s vibrant mythology, where ancient spirits roam, enigmatic creatures stir, and the line between legend and reality fades like the setting desert sun. From tales whispered by Indigenous peoples to accounts passed down by frontier settlers, this book captures the essence of a land where the extraordinary feels commonplace. Feel the ...

The islands of Britain and Ireland hold a rich heritage of plant folklore and wisdom, from the magical yew tree to the bad-tempered dandelion. Here are traditional tales about the trees and plants that shape our landscapes and our lives through the seasons. They explore the complex relationship...

This set includes all five Folklore books in the series! Kidnapped by Her Bigfoot, Loved by Her Yeti, Claimed by Her Sasquatch, Rescued by His Mermaid, and Chasing Her Unicorn. Join these couples as they go out searching for folklore characters and find their "happily ever afters", instead.

The End of October A Tale of Rural Childhood, Nature, and Everyday Wonders A New Translation with a Translator’s Note and Annotations What wonders can be found in an ordinary day in the Japanese countryside? Through the curious eyes of a child, even the simplest experiences can become extraordinary adventures. In The End of October, Kenji Miyazawa takes readers to a farming village in Iwate, Japan, where little Kakko spends an autumn day filled with amusing encounters, mysterious sounds, and unexpected discoveries. On a cold morning after the first frost, Kakko accompanies her family to ...

The Twin Natures of the Adlet: The Battle of the Adlet (Legends of the Last Frontier · Book Three) When the blood moon rises, the howls cannot be silenced… Beneath the shimmering northern lights, storms rage—and so do legends. The Adlet, half-human and half-dog, have haunted Alaska’s icy frontiers for centuries. Some call them cursed, torn between man and beast. Others believe they are unstoppable predators, destined to destroy all who cross their path. Now, as a blood-red moon climbs the sky, the whispers grow louder: the Adlet are preparing for war. Two brothers stand at the heart ...

A woodland path. Leaves stirring overhead. A living world waiting to be noticed. The Green Man’s story reaches beyond the carved face and into the nature around us. Explore trees, woodland, plants, earth, sky and moon through gentle observation and personal reflection. This book invites you to slow down, notice the changing seasons and become more familiar with the places you encounter every day. With practical invitations to look, listen and return, Michael Arluna Celestial encourages you to build your own relationship with the living world. No particular belief or prescribed path is ...

What if the earth remembered every cut, every fire, every drop of blood spilled upon it? What if the forests, rivers, and skies had been waiting—not to forgive—but to strike back? Step into twenty haunting tales where folklore and ecology entwine in chilling harmony. In Roots of Ruin, nature is no passive backdrop—it is the predator, judge, and executioner. 🌲 Forests that breathe with the bones of the dead. 🌊 Seas that drag entire towns into their drowned kingdoms. ❄️ Winters that bleed red with ancient vengeance. 🐝 Creatures that hive and swarm until humanity is ...

'[Morven] Christie's narration keeps listeners rapt while maintaining rhythm with the action, be it a runner's stride, lovers' desire, a child's watchfulness. The result is a memorable marriage of remarkable fiction and outstanding performance." -- AudioFile Magazine, Earphones Award winner The...

The Green Man is more than an ancient face carved among leaves. He is an invitation to notice the living world, work with our hands, consider what we take and decide what we might return. A Year Walking with the Green Man is a practical fifty-two-week journey through the turning seasons. Moving through blossom, full leaf, harvest and bare branch, it transforms the folklore and symbolism of the Green Man into a path that can be lived in ordinary modern life. Through seasonal observation, traditional craft, personal reflection and meaningful action, this book explores our relationship with ...