Monstrum: Leshy--The Slavic Lord of the Forest
He can grow higher than the trees or smaller than a blade of grass. Both demon and deity, guardian and antagonist, the Leshy is rooted deep in the cultural and religious history of the Slavic people. Said to be the lord of the forest, the Leshy is believed to lead people and animals astray, cause accidents, and even drive people to madness and death. But they could also be surprisingly helpful. Part of the "Monstrum" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 9 minutes 54 seconds
- Topic: Arts, Geography, Literature
- Subtopic: Folklore, Russia, Storytelling
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
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- Release Year: 2020
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
- Series: Monstrum
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