Folktales form a vital part of every culture around the world. They play their part in preserving the essence of the culture and often contain hidden morals. They give us a glimpse into the life, values and ideals of a country and suddenly the country becomes no stranger to us. Set in the distant past, Russian folktales continue to connect generations. Gallant princes, charming princesses, talking animals and wicked Kings!
Beautiful folktales from Russia, wonderfully retold, charmingly illustrated! Folktales form a vital part of every culture around the world. They play their part in preserving the essence of the culture and often contain hidden morals. They give us a glimpse into the life, values and ideals of a country and suddenly the country becomes no stranger to us.
Set in the distant past, Russian folktales continue to connect generations. Gallant princes, charming princesses, talking animals and wicked Kings!
Beautiful folktales from Russia, wonderfully retold, charmingly illustrated!
A sister and brother are lost in a forest one day. Not heeding his sister’s wise words, Ivanushka drinks from a puddle of water which was under a spell by a witch and turns into a goat. They must now find a way to release him from the spell and finally find their way home.
The prince loses his true love when an evil witch transforms her into a white duck. The itch then takes her place in the palace, in the form of the princess, fooling the unsuspecting prince. But when his sons, who existence he never knew of, are in danger, the princess ventures into the palace once more.
Teryosha is a wooden boy who is brought to life by his loving parents. When an evil witch takes him deep into the woods, Teryosha must be brave and clever to make his escape. A folktale from Russia, rich with colourful illustrations.
A poor farmer goes into the woods and comes upon an enchanted lime tree that grants his wishes. But his greed has no limit and every time a wish is granted, he wants more. A wonderful folktale from Russia, the book is rich with lovely illustrations.
This Russian folktale, enriched by graceful illustrations, is the story of a little girl who is tormented by her wicked step-mother. Left alone in the forest on a cold night, the poor girl is freezing. Father Morozko is impressed with the girl's courage and richly rewards her.
A tale of fantasy and intrigue, The Stone Flower is sure to grab the attention of the young reader. Ambitious young Danila's quest for finding the perfect stone, the strange events that follows and all the startling characters make this story a spellbinding one.
