Russian Fairy Tales

Translated by Norbert Guterman · Illustrated by Alexander Alexeieff

Part of the The Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library series

Discover a world of Russian folklore with timeless tales and mythical beings.

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665 pages· ~680L

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Dive into a treasure trove of Russian folklore, where mythical beings like Koshchey the Deathless and Baba Yaga await. With over 175 tales, this collection unveils a vibrant world of imagination, offering a glimpse into the enchanting and mysterious realm of classic Russian storytelling. Will you dare to explore the secrets of the Firebird and the Swan Maiden?

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Beautifully illustrated, here is the most comprehensive collection of classic Russian tales available in English.This comprehensive collection introduces readers to universal fairy-tale figures and to such uniquely Russian characters such as Koshchey the Deathless, Baba Yaga, the Swan Maiden, and the glorious Firebird. The more than 175 tales culled from a landmark multi-volume collection by the outstanding Russian ethnographer Aleksandr Afanas’ev reveal a rich, robust world of the imagination. Translated by Norbert GutermanIllustrated by Alexander AlexeieffWith black-and-white illustrations throughoutPart of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library

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