Ukrainian mythology, both in pre-Christian times and after them, was full of the most amazing myths and legends, which are genuine spiritual treasures of the Ukrainian people. Extraordinary creatures, according to their beliefs, inhabited every corner of their native land: from the house to the lake, from the forest to the swamp — everything was filled with good or evil forces. This book, written by a famous Ukrainian writer, literary critic, linguist, historian and ethnographer revives the majestic pantheon of mythical heroes and characters created by vivid and poetic imagination of ancient Ukrainians.