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210-Russian Legends: Dragons, Dragons Everywhere

Myths and Legends

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The Deadly Lavalon: A Dual-Natured Imp of Scottish Folklore

This chapter explores the Lavalon, a mythical rodent from Scottish folklore that combines danger with irony, as it can destroy its environment while also offering potential healing. The discussion includes cultural responses to the Lavalon, from cautionary folk songs to unusual farming practices aimed at harnessing its toxic qualities for medicinal use.

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