Great Russian Tales

This edition contains forty Great Russian tales collected by the folklorist, ethnographer, and revolutionary Ivan Alexandrovich Khudyakov (1842–1876). Russian folk tales are a unique treasure that we have inherited from our ancestors. Russian tales embody wisdom and values that have existed in our native land for centuries. By reading this book, you will discover not only the beauty and expressiveness of the Russian vernacular of the 19th century but also a great number of spiritual and moral principles, which, if followed, can improve your life. Recently, many researchers have turned to the sacred meaning of Russian tales. In this regard, the tales presented in this collection can serve as invaluable material. For a wide range of readers.