The Nutcracker and the Mouse King = Nussknacker und Mausekonig

The collection "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King" invites the reader into the magical world of E. T. A. Hoffmann. On the pages of the book, truly enchanting and mysterious plots come to life. Five world-famous works – "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King", "The Sandman", "Mademoiselle de Scudéri", "The Stone Heart", "Adventures on New Year's Eve" – transport you to a world where the boundary between reality and wonders is barely discernible. Incredible stories about courage and love, as well as mystical narratives with unexpected twists and secrets, will leave no one indifferent. The author skillfully intertwines elements of the everyday and the fantastic, filling the tales with an atmosphere of magic, anxiety, and thrilling adventures, where the familiar takes on a new, amazing form. In this edition, the original texts of the stories are presented with a parallel translation by A. L. Sokolovsky and M. A. Beketova. The works are accompanied by exquisite illustrations by French artists of the 19th century – Paul Gavarni and Charles Bertin. For convenience, the Russian text is placed parallel to the German, allowing for easy comparison of the original with the translation, paying attention to the difficulties faced by translators and noting the most accurately translated fragments. The hardcover with a silver ribbon bookmark, the beautiful cover in emerald and lilac tones, and the gift design inside add elegance and appeal to the book. It can be purchased not only for your collection but also as a gift for dear and close ones for New Year, Christmas, or birthdays.