Shamans of the Northern Peoples of Russia: Iron Bones, Helper Spirits, and Flights Between Worlds

Shamans are spiritual intermediaries who have the ability to interact with the world of spirits. Shamanic illness is often viewed as an initiation process that chosen individuals undergo in order to acquire shamanic powers. This book reveals myths related to shamans, including their clothing, the items they use, the rituals, and the spirits that help them in their practice.