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Baba Yaga: A Polish Witch’s Legacy
Once upon a time, in the heart of ancient Poland, nestled deep within the boundless woods, there resided an infamous witch known as Baba Yaga. In Polish mythology and folklore, she was a figure of both fear and intrigue, a volatile being who could be a benefactor or a villain, depending on her whims. Baba Yaga was not a typical witch. She lived in a peculiar hut perched on chicken legs, surrounded by a fence adorned with human skulls. Her abode would spin around and around, only coming to a halt when presented with a secret phrase. She used to fly about not on a broomstick, but in a giant…