{"product_id":"krampus-witches-wild-hunt-winter-christmas-lore","title":"Krampus, Witches, and the Wild Hunt | Winter \u0026 Christmas Lore","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrampus, Witches, and the Wild Hunt | Winter \u0026amp; Christmas Lore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFolklore | Witchcraft | Winter Magic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong before Christmas was filled with twinkling lights and cheerful carols, winter belonged to witches, wandering spirits, and fearsome creatures lurking in the Alpine shadows. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrampus, Witches, and the Wild Hunt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e takes you into the darker side of Yuletide, where the horned Krampus punishes the wicked, the goddess Percht enforces ancient customs, and ghostly hunters thunder across the winter sky. Discover the fascinating folklore and pagan traditions that have shaped Austria's most mysterious season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWritten by Christian Brunner, Sophie Reyer, and Wolfgang Liemberger, this captivating exploration of Alpine folk spirituality brings centuries-old traditions vividly to life. Featuring more than twenty authentic celebrations, rituals, and divination practices, the book reveals how communities have honored the supernatural forces of the dark half of the year. A fascinating read for lovers of witchcraft, European mythology, and the forgotten magic of winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Recommend It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplores the chilling legends of Krampus, Percht, witches, and the Wild Hunt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures over 20 traditional Alpine festivities, rituals, and divination practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReveals the pagan roots and living folk traditions of Austrian winter celebrations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlends fascinating mythology with practical seasonal customs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn intriguing alternative to traditional Christmas books and a perfect gift for folklore enthusiasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Llewellyn Worldwide","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67753185902906,"sku":"9780738782157","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2688\/4098\/files\/d898e3c2e5e3ff5de6141905049ea977b77924fe320d0401811ae771db2758aa.jpg?v=1792598484","url":"https:\/\/www.theninthhouseshop.com\/products\/krampus-witches-wild-hunt-winter-christmas-lore","provider":"The Ninth House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}