Baltic Mythology : Lithuanian and Latvian Gods, Goddesses, Folklore, and Europe's Last Pagan Traditions

by Laima Perkūnaitė

Dive into the enchanted amber-lit groves of ancient Europe, where the last pagans defied the march of history and kept their gods alive beneath whispering oaks. In Baltic Mythology, Professor Laima Perkūnaitė unveils the breathtaking spiritual world of the Lithuanians, Latvians, and Old Prussians—Europe’s final stronghold of organized paganism, enduring until the 15th century.
Meet Perkūnas, the fiery thunder god who hurls lightning against chaos; Saulė, the radiant sun goddess driving her golden chariot across the heavens; Laima, the inexorable weaver of fate; and cunning Velnias, guardian of the underworld and master of magic. Discover sacred rituals performed amid holy groves, the cosmic World Tree linking heaven, earth, and the depths, and a vibrant pantheon of nature spirits, household guardians, and celestial dramas preserved in haunting folk songs known as dainos.
Richly illustrated with ancient symbols and steeped in archaeological discoveries, living folklore, and modern Romuva revivals, this captivating journey reveals a profound tradition of harmony with nature, cosmic balance, and eternal renewal—one too long overshadowed by Norse, Greek, or Celtic myths.
Whether you seek spiritual wisdom, historical insight, or simply the thrill of forgotten legends, let Professor Perkūnaitė guide you through stormy skies and sunlit forests. The old gods are calling—step into their timeless realm and feel the sacred fire ignite once more.

99 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 9, 2026