Baba Yaga's Book of Witchcraft: Slavic Magic from the Witch of the Woods

Finally got around to ordering this. Plenty of passages worth underlining; my copy is already full of margin notes. It connects ideas I'd only seen treated separately elsewhere.

Finally got around to ordering this. You can tell why this work has endured. Highly recommend to serious students.

A friend in my study group recommended this one. Not a light read, but far more accessible than I feared. Recommended if you're ready to do the work.

Exactly what I was looking for. Plenty of passages worth underlining; my copy is already full of margin notes. Not a light read, but far more accessible than I feared. Will be gifting a copy to a friend.

This edition finally does the material justice. It's become a regular reference in my practice. Five stars from me.

A friend in my study group recommended this one. Some chapters demand a slow, careful read, and that's exactly the point. It rewards patience more than any book I've bought this year. I'd have loved an index, but that's on the original text. Recommended with reservations.

Madame Pamita delivers a lush, inviting entry point into Slavic witchcraft, emphasizing tactile crafts and spirit communication over dense theory. The narrative frame of Vasylyna makes the esoteric accessible and engaging for beginners. However, this book does not suit readers seeking rigorous academic folklore analysis or strict historical accuracy. It may also disappoint those who prefer solitary, abstract meditation over craft-heavy, community-oriented rituals. Additionally, experienced practitioners already deep in Slavic traditions might find the guidance too introductory. It is best suited for newcomers looking for a warm, practical introduction to earth-based magic through a story-driven lens.