The Magical Tales of Afanasyev

The great collector of Russian folk tales, Alexander Afanasyev, left a monumental legacy. This collection presents all the most famous Afanasyev tales dedicated to magical adventures. In the enchanted kingdom live Ivan Tsarevich and Elena Preamudra, Vasilisa the Beautiful and Koschei the Deathless, Marya Morevna and Baba Yaga – beloved heroes of many generations. This world is an inexhaustible source of inspiration for creativity. It is the classic of Russian folklore: eerie, romantic, endlessly diverse. Here, good always triumphs over evil, and the most breathtaking plots are inevitably concluded with a feast. The gift edition is illustrated with masterpieces by Viktor Vasnetsov, Ivan Bilibin, and other famous book graphic artists. In this book lives the soul of Russia, its charms, symbols, and age-old wisdom.