This lyrical retelling of an ancient Bone Mother tale by Suzanne Banay Santo weaves the story of Vasalisa, who is sent by her stepmother into the depths of the forest to retrieve the sacred fire from the dark crone Baba Yaga. 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.
