JOURNAL ARTICLE

BEWARE BABA YAGA.

  • Published In: All About History, 2025, n. 159. P. 58 1 of 3

  • Database: History Reference Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: McKelvie, Callum 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Baba Yaga, a prominent witch-like figure in Slavic folklore, known for her complex character that straddles the line between good and evil. Described as an old, fearsome hag who lives in a magical hut on chicken legs, Baba Yaga is often portrayed as both a menacing figure and a potential helper to protagonists in various tales. Her unique characteristics, such as her mode of transportation in a flying mortar and her cannibalistic tendencies, contribute to her enduring fascination in folklore. The article also highlights her significance in Slavic culture and her relevance today, where she is viewed as a symbol of independence and complexity in female representation. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:All About History. 2025/09, Issue 159, p58
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2052-5877
  • Accession Number:187078148
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