Magical Russian Tales

As soon as you open this book — the gates to the thirty-third kingdom will quietly swing open: the dark forest will rustle, a miraculous fish will sparkle in the clear water, frosty snow will crunch underfoot, good will surely prevail, and a feast will be for the whole world. The tales gathered by the outstanding Russian folklorist N. A. Afanasyev are treasures of folk imagination, passed down from mouth to mouth for centuries. The collection includes well-known and beloved tales: «By the Order of the Pike», «Morozko», «Little Havroshechka», «Geese-Swans», «The Frog Princess» and many others. They embody the Russian spirit, subtle humor, and those very «unwritten rules» of life that a child absorbs with their heart: where is the truth, and where is cunning, what merits a reward, and what deserves punishment. Unique colorful illustrations by the artist Daria Subbotina adorn each page, awakening interest and imagination. Tales are childhood. They are created for cozy family evenings. May the wonders begin on the first page — and continue in your home.