Returning: A Tale of Vasalisa and Baba Yaga

By Roman Sekyrka and Suzanne Banay Santo

This lyrical retelling of an ancient Bone Mother tale by Suzanne Banay Santo weaves the story of Vasalisa, who is sent by her step mother into the depths of the forest to retrieve the sacred fire from the dark crone Baba Yaga. Through the completion of seemingly impossible tasks with the aid of a magic doll she keeps close to her heart, the young girl finds the strength and courage to overcome her fears. As such this is a poignant initiation story for all women who seek their own inner authority to meet and pass through the challenges of life. With rich images and fluid narrative, Santo conveys with vivid clarity the essence of this timeless story of endurance and trust in the unseen powers that nourish and guide us.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1475236018
• ISBN13: 9781475236019
• Release Date: May 2012
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.0" x 0.1" x 8.3"